Purchase Engineer

Location:

Maneja, Gujarat, India

Job ID:

R0112809

Date Posted:

2025-11-26

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including: Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include: Product/Service Sourcing. Supplier Selection. Pricing/Terms Negotiation. Order Processing. Contract Administration. Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing An Experienced Professional (P2) applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. May require the following proficiency: Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

How you’ll make an impact

• The successful candidate for this position has experience in the manufacturing industry of switchgear and should strong understanding of Operational Procurement Processes.
• As a Procurement Engineer, you will play a key role in daily Operational procurement process of high-voltage switchgear and related components to ensure on-time availability of the material prior to production schedules.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and ensure material availability meeting production plan and customer requirement. Monitoring and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Candidate must have experience of handling import and local procurement , shipment tracking.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business needs. Coordinate with quality team and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve short comings.
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.
• Actively contribute to inventory management initiatives and Strong knowledge on inventory management in highly fluctuating demand and supply challenges.
• Knowledge of GST, VAT, custom clearance and other taxations is must.
• Good analytical skills with proven experience in cost saving activities are desirable
• Drive operational efficiency and enhance productivity across procurement process
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering /  - Mechanical/Electrical with 5-8 years' experience / Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical with 10-12 years' experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM / PP Module
• Proficiency in use of MS Office and both spoken-written English language is required
• Self-motivated and self-organized. Open-mindedness and strong interpersonal skills.
• Analytical aptitude and thinking, strong data collection, and analytical skills for a complex project
• Excellent communication skill, multi-tasking and time management skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with various functions across the organization.
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

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