Job Description

Senior Buyer

Hyderabad, India

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivalled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role:

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing the complete procurement cycle, supplier development, and supply chain operations with a strong focus on mechanical and fabrication items. This role requires expertise in contract negotiations, cost control, vendor assessment, and material requirement planning to ensure timely availability of resources for production and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• RFQ & Procurement: Prepare, issue, and evaluate RFQs; negotiate and finalize purchase orders for raw materials, consumables, and services.
• Contract Negotiations: Lead negotiations with suppliers and service providers to secure favorable terms and long-term agreements.
• Cost Control: Monitor procurement spend, implement cost-saving strategies, and ensure adherence to budget.
• Vendor Development: Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers; strengthen relationships with existing vendors.
• Supplier Assessment: Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.
• Material Requirement Planning (MRP): Collaborate with production teams to forecast material needs; plan procurement schedules accordingly.
• Supply Chain Management: Oversee end-to-end supply chain activities including sourcing, inventory control, logistics, and subcontractor coordination.
• Mechanical & Fabrication Focus: Source and manage procurement of mechanical components, fabrication materials, steels, alloys, polymers, and shop-floor consumables.
• Machine AMC & Plant Maintenance: Negotiate and manage annual maintenance contracts; coordinate plant repair and spare parts procurement.
• Purchase Records & Budget Analysis: Maintain accurate purchase records; prepare budget vs. actual spend reports and variance analysis.
• Logistics & Export Coordination: Liaise with DHL, FedEx, and other logistics partners for shipment planning and export documentation.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, maintenance schedules, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in technical procurement, supply chain, and vendor management.
• Strong background in mechanical and fabrication items procurement.
• Knowledge of AMC contracts, plant maintenance practices, and export documentation is an advantage.
• Strong RFQ Expertise: Skilled in drafting, issuing, and evaluating RFQs.
• Contract Negotiation & Cost Control: Proven ability to negotiate contracts and implement cost-saving measures.
• Vendor Development & Supplier Assessment: Experience in supplier qualification, audits, and performance evaluation.
• Supply Chain Management: Hands-on experience in procurement, inventory, logistics, and subcontractor coordination.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Annual Floating Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Company-Supported Pension Plan
• A gift voucher on your birthday
• Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.