Purchasing Manager- MRO

We are looking for a proactive and self-driven Purchase Manager with strong technical and analytical skills to manage procurement of MRO parts for aircraft maintenance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mechanical parts development, vendor management, and ERP systems, along with the ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities :

Procurement & Vendor Management

Source and procure mechanical, rubber, and plastic components for aircraft maintenance.

Develop new vendors and manage existing vendor relationships.

Monitor vendor performance and conduct periodic reviews.

Ensure timely conversion of purchase orders and adherence to committed delivery schedules.

Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with Incoterms and import-export procedures.

Technical & Development Expertise

Interpret and analyze technical drawings for part development.

Lead new part development through reverse engineering.

Collaborate with engineering and Air Force teams for validation and approvals.

Inventory & Logistics

Maintain optimum inventory levels to support uninterrupted maintenance operations.

Monitor OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance and implement corrective actions.

Coordinate with finance and logistics teams for cash flow and delivery planning.

MIS & Reporting

Prepare and review MIS reports for management decision-making.

Analyze procurement data and trends to optimize sourcing strategies.

Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Systems & Tools

Proficient in ERP systems such as Navision , SAP , or BI tools .

Advanced skills in MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications & Skills :

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in procurement of MRO parts

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination abilities

Ability to work independently and under pressure

Knowledge of DGCA guidelines, Incoterms, and import-export documentation