Purchase Engineer

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Min Experience: 3 years
Location: Rajkot
JobType: full-time

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Engineer to join our procurement and supply chain team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in purchasing, vendor management, and material sourcing, combined with a strong technical understanding of engineering products and components. This role requires close coordination with suppliers, internal departments, and project teams to ensure timely procurement of high-quality materials at competitive costs.

As a Purchase Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from identifying requirements and sourcing vendors to negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery. You will also play a key role in driving cost savings, improving vendor performance, and supporting new product development through strategic purchasing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Management
• Handle day-to-day purchasing activities, including preparing and issuing purchase orders, quotations, and contracts.
• Identify reliable vendors and suppliers, evaluate quotations, and ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Develop and maintain a robust supplier database to support business requirements.
• Vendor Development & Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent supply and service quality.
• Conduct vendor evaluations and performance reviews to improve sourcing efficiency.
• Negotiate payment terms, lead times, and service agreements to secure favorable conditions.
• Material Sourcing & Cost Optimization
• Source raw materials, equipment, and components based on engineering specifications and project needs.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and alternative products for cost reduction.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives across procurement activities.
• Coordination & Collaboration
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as engineering, production, quality, and finance teams to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid production delays.
• Support new project development by sourcing materials and services as per design requirements.
• Compliance & Process Improvement
• Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies, contracts, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier correspondence.
• Identify process gaps in purchasing workflows and recommend improvements for efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain functions, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor development, and contract negotiations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to evaluate supplier proposals and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.