Senior Engineer - Purchase

We are Hiring | Purchase - Senior Engineer (Casting Components)

Vandewiele-Savio India Private Limited | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Are you an experienced procurement leader with strong expertise in casting components sourcing and supplier management.

Key Responsibilities

Perform sourcing and procurement of casting components (PAC, GAC, Cast Iron).

Manage supplier identification, evaluation, and development for Grey Iron Casting, Pressure Die Casting (PDC), and Gravity Die Casting (GDC) .

Drive cost optimization, commercial negotiations, and VA / VE initiatives .

Ensure timely procurement aligned with production schedules through Infor ERP (or similar MRP systems) .

Collaborate with Design, Quality, Production, and Finance teams to resolve supplier quality / delivery issues.

Build and maintain supplier databases, performance metrics, and improvement plans.

Ensure compliance with ISO standards, audits, and documentation .

Support strategic sourcing and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

B.E / M.E. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

6+ years experience in procurement / sourcing in the manufacturing / engineering industry.

Strong technical knowledge of casting manufacturing processes.

Hands-on expertise in costing, vendor development, and quality systems .

Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (preferably Infor) .

Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills .

Ability to lead with urgency, critical thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

Willingness to travel for supplier / vendor development.

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