Operational Buyer

In Alfa Laval, we are every single day contributing to a more sustainable future for our planet through engineering innovation. Our global team designs and implements the refining, recycling and purifying process that allows our customers to be better themselves. You will find our work in leading applications for water purification, clean energy, food production, waste processing, pharmaceutical development and much more. The people of Alfa Laval enjoy the freedom to pursue ideas and the resources to see those ideas to become reality, in an environment that welcomes drive, courage and diversity. The result is a company where we can all be very proud of what we do.

Our core competencies are in the areas of heat transfer separation, and fluid handling. We are dedicated to optimizing the performance of our customers' processes. Our world-class technologies, our systems, equipment, and services must create solutions that help our customers stay ahead.

Please feel free to peruse our website www.alfalaval.com .

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Buyer / Operational Buyer to manage the procurement of bought-out items for E&S Projects. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and ensuring timely delivery of mechanical and electrical components from local and global suppliers while meeting project requirements and customer expectations in terms of Quality, Cost, and Delivery.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical understanding, supplier management capabilities, and experience in project procurement of industrial equipment such as valves, instruments, pneumatic components, panels, cables, and other mechanical/electrical items.

Position: Operational Buyer

Review project specifications and assess sourcing feasibility.

Collaborate with Design and Quality teams to identify and define quality requirements.

Share datasheets, specifications, and technical requirements with suppliers and obtain quotations.

Conduct supplier scouting, evaluation, qualification, and onboarding activities.

Obtain technical approvals from Design and E&S teams.

Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.

Prepare techno-commercial comparison sheets (QCES) for management approval.

Ensure suppliers comply with quality, delivery, and contractual requirements.

Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.

Manage supplier compliance and contractual obligations.

Place purchase orders as per approved project requirements.

Communicate purchase orders and project-specific requirements to suppliers.

Obtain order confirmations and proactively resolve delivery concerns.

Track and review schedules for critical project components.

Escalate supplier-related delays and risks to stakeholders.

Coordinate inspection documentation and quality certificates.

Manage corrective actions and replacements for non-conforming materials.

Ensure on-time delivery aligned with project milestones.

Handle direct deliveries to project sites, including order amendments, packing lists, invoicing coordination, and logistics management.

Participate actively in ALPS initiatives and ISO compliance activities.

Support inbound and outbound logistics operations.

Drive inventory optimization and reduction initiatives.

Contribute to process improvement and procurement excellence programs.

Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.

Experience in procurement of:

Industrial Valves

Instrumentation

Pneumatic Components

Gauges

Panels

Cables & Cable Trays

Mechanical Equipment

Electrical Components

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Exposure to global suppliers and international projects.

Build a strong professional network across different countries and cultures.

Play a key role in delivering successful customer projects.

Continuous learning and career development opportunities.

Reporting to: Group Leader Purchase

Join us as a Buyer in Pune and contribute to delivering world-class project solutions through efficient procurement, supplier management, and operational excellence.

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