Purchasing Engineer

Purpose:

·       As part of the procurement team, to be responsible to procure materials at the right time and quality and price as per the set standards stipulated by the company

Summary of the Job Role:

·       To devise strategy for procurement of Raw Materials at optimum price

·       Monitor Market price trends

·       To supervise the efficient management and use of materials

Authorities:

Financial

·       Ensure procurement is done in line with the approved budget

·       None.

People

·       None

Operational

·       None

Key Deliverables:

·       Plan for material as per reorder level or MRP given by planning department (quarterly / monthly).

·       Ensure the RFQ is sent as per the requirements to approved vendors

·       Advice on the comparison studies of quotation to officers

·       Negotiate with suppliers whenever necessary

·       Devise and Monitor inventory control on monthly basis

·       Monitor shipment Tracker in ERP

·       Ensure PO’s are raised as per Authority matrix / KPI and reaches supplier at Right time

·       Plan & initiate cost reduction of Raw material / services

·       Manage existing vendors and Develop alternate vendors in line with OCI Procurement manual

·       Ensure that matched documents (GRN, ERP documents & Supplier Invoice) are submitted to Finance for timely payment.

·       Optimize the inventory in coordination with Planning / S&M

·       Ensure purchase officers / Engineers are meeting the job requirements as per the set standards

·       Warrant the materials arrive on time for the manufacturing plant & monitor supplier performance

·       Ensure consumption of aging materials (more than 3 months) on time

·       Ensure the team meets the targets and KPIs

·       Assess and review the team performance on a monthly basis

·       Conduct vendor grading annually and ensure it is sent to suppliers

·       Conduct annual audits with suppliers to assess their ability to supply to OCI

·       Coordinate with stores and understand the quality and condition of packaging.

·       Coordinate with Logistics for timely clearance and arrival of materials

·       Coordinate with QC Operations and production

·       Consolidate MIS Reports on a monthly basis

Relationships (Internal):

·       All departments.

Relationships (External):

·       Contractors, Subsidiary business, vendors, Auditors.

Qualifications:

·       Degree in Engineering/ Bachelors in Accounting

Desired

·       CIPS or any relevant post graduate diploma in procurement is added advantage

Skills/Knowledge:

·       People management

·       Excellent negotiation skills

·       Vendor management skills

·       Budget planning skills

·       Interpersonal skills

·       Analytical skills

·       Product knowledge of cables and raw materials

·       Knowledge of the value chain of the procurement process

Experience:

·       3 to 5 years of experience in procurement

Business Understanding:

·       Good knowledge of ERP.

·       Good knowledge of Procurement procedures INCO (International Commercial) terms

·       Knowledge of tendering and e- procurement procedures

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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