Core Purpose
This role will be responsible for sourcing high-quality raw materials, electronic components, and pneumatic hardware at the most competitive prices. They must balance technical specifications with cost-efficiency and ensure a Zero-Breakdown supply chain for production.
Key Responsibilities
A. Technical Sourcing
- Source specialized components for robotics and dispensing machines
- Understand technical drawings and BOM (Bill of Materials) to ensure 100% accuracy in parts ordered.
B. Vendor Development & Management
- Identify and audit new vendors in the Pune industrial hub and globally.
- Negotiate prices and close deals
- Evaluate vendor performance based on Quality, Lead Time, and Credit Terms.
C. Cost Optimization
- Conduct Value Engineering: Finding alternative components or materials that offer the same performance at a lower cost.
D. Inventory & Coordination
- Implement good purchasing practices for procurement and reduce warehouse carrying costs.
- Coordinate with the Production team to prevent Line-Down situations.
- Manage the Inward Quality processensuring that what was ordered is exactly what was delivered.
Candidate Profile
- Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Mechatronics(A technical background)
- Experience: 35 years in a manufacturing setup (preferably in Special Purpose Machinery
- Skillset: * Strong negotiation and haggling skills.
- Knowledge of GST, Customs Duty, and Import/Export documentation (if sourcing parts from abroad).
- Ability to read technical datasheets (TDS).
