Category Buyer (indirect Purchase) Job in Varroc Engineering Ltd

Category Buyer Indirect Purchase

• Location: Pune
• Experience: 5 7 Years
• Qualification: B.E. Mechanical / Production / IT
• Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering / Automotive
• Function: Indirect Procurement / Strategic Sourcing
• Reports to: Head Indirect Procurement / Purchase Manager

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Category Buyer Indirect Purchase to manage sourcing and procurement activities across MRO, consumables, IT (Opex & Capex), and other indirect categories. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing strategic sourcing, optimizing vendor performance, driving savings initiatives, and ensuring procurement efficiency aligned with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

• Comply with organizational Procurement-to-Pay (P2P) policies and procedures.
• Handle end-to-end procurement: PR tracking, technical clarification with users, RFQ preparation, vendor identification, and floating RFQs.
• Conduct cost negotiations, supplier capability evaluations, and manage reverse auctions where applicable.
• Prepare commercial comparison sheets (CCS) and seek approvals per Delegation of Authority (DoA) matrix.
• Issue Purchase Orders (POs) and enter into supplier contracts.

Category & Spend Management:

• Manage procurement for MRO items, plant consumables, and IT assets/software.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives, conduct spend analysis, and identify supplier consolidation or standardization opportunities.
• Oversee catalogue management and manage tail-spend optimization.
• Participate in cross-functional teams (CFTs) for supplier selection, trials, and validation of procurement outcomes.

Vendor & Market Analysis:

• Conduct regular supplier assessments, evaluate market trends, and benchmark pricing.
• Liaise with suppliers for performance improvement, ensure contract compliance, and optimize payment terms (DPO improvement).

Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and present monthly procurement MIS: savings report, PR-PO conversion TAT, PO amendments, DPO tracking, etc.
• Ensure proper documentation of LC transactions in coordination with the finance team (for overseas procurement).
• Ensure compliance with commercial terms, import/export norms, and quality/safety standards.

Technical Skills & Tools Required:

• Strong hands-on experience with SAP ERP (MM module).
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word.
• Experience in E-RFQ, E-auction platforms, and e-Procurement tools.
• Knowledge of Zero-Based Costing (ZBC).
• Understanding of commercial terms like Inco terms, payment terms, LCs, and tax implications.
• Familiarity with import transactions and documentation.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on cost efficiency.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage high-value, complex procurement including international sourcing.

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to large-scale, high-impact procurement projects.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Work with a high-performing supply chain team in a dynamic, growing organization.