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Procurement Engineer Instrumentation

 Chennai, Tamil Nadu     2-6 Yrs    ₹2.5 - ₹3.5 Yearly

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Education: B.E/B.Tech in Instrumentation / EEE / E&I or related field
Industry Type: Industrial Automation / Electricals / Electronics Manufacturing
Functional Area: Purchase / Vendor Development / Procurement / Supply Chain
Role Category: Procurement & Purchase – Technical
Role: Procurement Engineer – Instrumentation

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement of industrial field instruments:
• Flow Meters (Electromagnetic, Ultrasonic, Mass, Vortex, Turbine)
• Pressure & Temperature Transmitters, Gauges, Analyzers, Valves, Fittings
• Evaluate RFQs and negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms with suppliers
• Identify and qualify new vendors (domestic and international)
• Coordinate with Engineering, Stores, Accounts, and Projects teams
• Release purchase orders in ERP and track delivery schedules
• Ensure compliance with taxation (GST), import procedures, and documentation
• Manage procurement schedules for ongoing projects and tenders
• Review vendor performance, lead time, and quality adherence

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics Engineering
• 2 to 6 years of technical procurement experience in instrumentation or automation industry
• Familiarity with makes like Siemens, Endress+Hauser, WIKA, ABB, Yokogawa, Honeywell, etc.
• Experience in international sourcing (China, Europe, UAE) is a plus
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and ERP skills
• Strong understanding of datasheets, BOMs, project procurement cycles

Perks and Benefits:

• Dynamic work environment
• Exposure to global vendors and instrumentation OEMs
• Learning opportunities across the industrial automation sector