Senior Engineer Purchase

Job Purpose

Support Lucy Electric's procurement function by sourcing, developing, and managing suppliers for direct and indirect materials, ensuring cost-effective procurement, quality compliance, and uninterrupted material availability to support manufacturing operations.

Job Context

• Individual contributor role within the Purchasing & Materials function.
• Responsible for supplier development, sourcing, negotiation, procurement planning, and cost optimization.
• Works closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Planning, and global procurement teams.

Job Dimensions

• Ensure timely procurement and uninterrupted supply of materials to support production schedules.
• Achieve annual cost reduction targets through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• Maintain supplier delivery performance and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procurement procedures.
• Support localization and supplier development initiatives.
• Manage RFQs, supplier evaluations, contracts, and procurement documentation.

Key Accountabilities

These will include:

• Source and develop suppliers in line with company purchasing policies and quality requirements.
• Obtain quotations, analyze commercial offers, and conduct techno-commercial evaluations.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial agreements with suppliers.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality teams for new supplier and component development.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements before sourcing activities.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, and delivery.
• Identify and implement cost reduction and value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure timely placement of purchase orders and follow-up for on-time deliveries.
• Support localization projects and alternate source development.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, supplier agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Resolve supplier-related issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth material flow and production support.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to QMS, EHS, and company procurement standards.
• Travel as required for supplier visits, audits, and development activities.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Purchase, Sourcing, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in supplier development, strategic sourcing, and procurement processes.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of machined components, sheet metal parts, fabricated assemblies, molded components, and raw materials.
• Experience in techno-commercial negotiations and contract management.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle or equivalent) and MS Office applications.
• Understanding of quality systems, supplier audits, and supply chain best practices.

Behavioural Competencies

• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Result-oriented approach with commercial acumen.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong planning, organizing, and execution skills.
• Structured presentation and reporting abilities.
• Fluency in English and Hindi.