Purchase Executive - Mechanical (Secunderabad)
Job Description
Experience : 45 Years
Location : Sanathnagar , Hyderabad
Department : Procurement / Supply Chain
Key Responsibilities
- Source and procure mechanical components including:
o Sheet metal and fabricated parts o CNC machined components o Plastic injection molded parts o Die-cast components (Aluminium/Zinc)
o Rubber and silicone parts o Fasteners, springs, shafts, bearings, hinges, and standard hardware o Labels, nameplates, and cosmetic mechanical items o Enclosures and assemblies
- Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable domestic and international suppliers.
- Obtain quotations, compare commercial and technical offers, and negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contracts.
- Work closely with Design, Mechanical Engineering, R&D;, Production, Stores, and Quality teams to ensure timely procurement of components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, BOMs (Bill of Materials), specifications, and technical documents to ensure correct sourcing.
- Coordinate new part development with vendors from prototype stage through production.
- Monitor supplier performance based on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
- Ensure timely procurement to support production schedules while maintaining optimum inventory levels.
- Raise Purchase Orders and monitor order execution until delivery.
- Resolve supplier issues related to quality, shortages, delays, and non-conformances.
- Conduct periodic vendor audits and identify alternate sources for risk mitigation.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternate materials, process improvements, and supplier negotiations.
- Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, and documentation in ERP systems.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and quality standards.
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes including:
o CNC machining o Sheet metal fabrication o Injection molding o Die casting o Surface finishing and coatings o Mechanical assemblies
- Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T; basics.
- Good knowledge of BOM management and engineering change processes.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central, Oracle, or similar.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- 45 years of procurement experience in manufacturing industries producing electronic, analytical, medical, industrial automation, or precision instruments.
Preferred Experience
Experience sourcing components for products such as:
- Spectrophotometers
- Analytical instruments
- Laboratory equipment
- Medical devices
- Industrial electronics
- Test and measurement equipment
- Consumer electronic products
- Embedded systems and control equipment
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-time material availability
- Purchase cost savings
- Vendor quality performance (PPM/Rejection Rate)
- On-time supplier delivery
- Inventory optimization
- Purchase order cycle time
- Vendor development and alternate source creation
- Reduction in procurement lead times
Desired Candidate Profile
- Self-driven and capable of handling multiple suppliers simultaneously.
- Solid commercial acumen with sound technical understanding.
- Ability to work under production deadlines.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Team player with a continuous improvement mindset. .
