Eriez-Europe

Senior Purchasing Engineer

Eriez-Europe  •  Chennai, IN (Onsite)  •  22 days ago
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Job Description

About Us:

Join a globally respected 80+ year manufacturing company where quality is at the core of everything we build. This long-standing business unit is a leading manufacturer of process equipment which is sold into many domestic and international markets including mining, recycling, cement, food processing, and other material handling and manufacturing industries.

Job Purpose:

Step into a high-impact role where you’ll drive strategic procurement decisions that directly influence operational efficiency, cost optimization, and business continuity. As a Senior Engineer – Purchase, you won’t just execute buying—you’ll shape supplier strategy, strengthen vendor ecosystems, and enable seamless production through smart sourcing and negotiation

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

  • Take complete ownership of procurement—from RFQs to final delivery.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to drive real cost savings.
  • Plan purchases in line with production and project needs—no firefighting, only smart planning.
  • Contribute directly to budgeting and long- strategies term sourcing.

Build & Strengthen Supplier Network

  • Develop a strong, reliable vendor base—not just transactional buying.
  • Evaluate, onboard, and improve supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery).
  • Create alternate sourcing options to reduce risks and avoid dependency.
  • Drive long-term supplier partnerships, not short-term deals.

Work Closely with Core Business Teams

  • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance daily.
  • Ensure smooth material flow and zero disruption to operations.
  • Solve supply challenges proactively, not reactively.
  • Use ERP systems (SAGE / JD Edwards) to manage and streamline procurement.

Drive Performance & Continuous Improvement

  • Work in a structured, ISO-driven environment with clear processes.
  • Expedite suppliers are required to drive on-time delivery of materials and services
  • Track key metrics like on-time delivery, cost savings, and inventory efficiency.
  • Lead improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance.
  • Bring discipline and efficiency through best practices like 5S, and Lean.

What We’re Looking For

  • 7–10 years of hands-on procurement experience in manufacturing or engineering industries.
  • Strong expertise in sourcing strategy, vendor development, and contract/commercial management.
  • Skilled in supplier audits, performance management, and cost optimization.
  • ERP proficiency (SAGE / JD Edwards preferred).
  • Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Why Join Us:

  • Be part of a global MNC with a strong legacy and growth opportunities.
  • Work in a dynamic, ISO-certified environment with cross-functional collaboration.
  • A platform to grow into leadership roles in procurement and supply chain
  • Working days- Monday-Friday
  • Health Insurance for self and family.
  • Profit Sharing programme.
  • Multiple Employee centric and well-being support programmes.
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About Eriez-Europe

Established in 1942, Eriez is a global leader in separation technologies. Our commitment to innovation has positioned us as a driving market force in several key technology areas, including magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection and material handling equipment. The company’s 1,000+ employees are dedicated to providing trusted technical solutions to the mining, food, recycling, packaging, aggregate and other processing industries. Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, Eriez designs, manufactures, and markets on six continents through 12 wholly owned international subsidiaries and an extensive sales representative network.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Caerphilly, GB
Year Founded
1942
Website
eriez.eu
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