Procurement Engineer Mechanical & Tooling

CNN Robotics is looking for a technically strong Procurement Engineer Mechanical & Tooling with hands-on experience in sourcing mechanical components, machined parts, fabrication, sheet metal, tooling, jigs & fixtures and mechanical bought-out parts. The ideal candidate should be able to understand engineering drawings, materials, tolerances and manufacturing requirements; identify suitable manufacturing processes and suppliers; perform cost analysis; negotiate commercial terms; and ensure timely availability of parts for engineering and automation projects. This role requires someone who can go beyond routine purchasing understand the component, select the right supplier, challenge supplier costing and support on-time project delivery. Source machined components, fabrication, sheet metal, tooling, jigs & fixtures and mechanical bought-out parts. Read and understand engineering drawings, materials, tolerances and manufacturing requirements. Identify, evaluate and develop suppliers based on technical capability, cost, quality and delivery. Handle RFQs, quotation comparison, should-cost analysis, negotiation and supplier finalization. Apply knowledge of manufacturing processes including CNC/VMC, turning, milling, grinding, laser cutting, bending and welding. Negotiate pricing, lead time, payment terms and other commercial conditions. Follow up and expedite critical parts at supplier locations to support on-time project delivery. Develop alternate suppliers and support cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives. Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Quality, Stores and Supply Chain teams. Maintain procurement activities, supplier information, purchase orders and project data in ERP systems. 58 years of relevant procurement experience. Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Production Engineering. Strong experience in mechanical procurement and tooling procurement. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and tolerances. Knowledge of CNC/VMC, turning, milling, grinding, fabrication, sheet metal, laser cutting, bending and welding processes. Experience in supplier development, supplier evaluation and vendor management. Strong RFQ comparison, costing, negotiation and commercial skills. Experience in project procurement and supplier expediting. Working knowledge of ERP-based procurement processes. Experience in Industrial Automation, Machine Building, SPM, Robotics, Automotive or Precision Engineering is preferred. .

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