Technical Buyer

Job Description:

As a Procurement Specialist of spares parts with expertise knowledge in Supply Chain and Material Procurement, the detailed description of the role includes:

• Assuring compliance with appropriate regulations, corporate policies and the business unit procedures by evaluating requisitions, special provisions and any other of such terms and conditions.
• Monitoring the preparation of purchase orders, purchase indents, goods receipt notes and material issue notes.
• Sending Requests for Quotations (RFQ), receiving quotations, Price evaluation for approvals, Importation, Duty Exemption, and Customs Clearance.
• Directing the development and implementation of crucial purchase/procurement strategies and identifying & developing reliable vendors for procurement of materials thereafter developing the right vendors, negotiating with vendors & freight forwarders for timely Delivery of the materials required.
• Curating plans and customizing solutions for efficiency in procurement and supply chain through cost minimization and building effective roadmaps for logistics while negotiating favorable contract terms with executives all across the globe.
• Assessing vendors' performance based on various criterions such as percentage of rejections, quality improvement rate, timely delivery, credit terms, etc.
• Periodic benchmarking of cost and vendor performance to ensure cost reduction while aiming to increase the revenue with improved operational efficiencies.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / electrical engineering preferred OR degree in Masters (MBA) is an added advantage.
• Certification like “Purchasing Professional” will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 - 7 years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• An experience with the Marine / Maritime background is mandatory.
• Prior experience in spares, stores etc. is preferred
• Expert in developing plans like localization, multiple source/single sources to enhance materials management operations.
• Has dealt with Contracts, Agreements & Purchase Orders for Procurements of Main Equipment, Raw Materials & Spare Parts related to Maritime Industry.
• Good knowledge with regards to Customs and Logistics procedures.
• Work experience in a competitive (low value, high volume) environment with strong customer relationships.
• Work experience with ERP System or any other online purchasing platform.
• Has demonstrable proficiency in procurement and logistics.
• Proficient written and verbal English communication skills.
• Excellent presentation, relationship building, customer service and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to utilize resources, with leadership abilities, personal drive, creative vision, and analytical skills.
• Candidate proficient in Microsoft Office is highly desirable
• Immediate joiner preferred.

Location: Mumbai