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