Job Description

:Job Summary:Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Emerson is seeking a highly motivated Senior Purchase Engineer to join our world-class team in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. As a Senior Purchase Engineer, you will exhibit a strong work ethic and demonstrate exceptional proficiency in ensuring flawless and efficient procurement processes, enabling us to compete in the global market.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Create and manage vendor codes, including document requirements and non-disclosure agreements
• Floating RFQ, negotiating prices, obtaining necessary approvals, processing purchase orders, and following up on payments
• Finalize contracts for capital equipment and handle import terminologies
• Apply technical expertise to manage the procurement of mechanical spare parts, such as bearings, belts, welding products, pumps, etc.
• Set prices for service-related activities such as repairs and maintenance
• Manage transport contracts, review and approve invoices, and ensure timely payments
• Handle and coordinate fabrication-related jobs, ensuring proper specifications, BOM, and drawings
• Finalize prices for annual activities, including annual rate contracts and annual maintenance contracts
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on user requirements
• Provide regular updates to internal customers on inquiries and open orders
• Proficiently handle data manipulation in Excel and effectively communicate findings through presentations
• Perform basic import purchase processes
• Review, process, and follow-up on payment requisitions
• Collaborate with the legal team to manage the execution of legal and commercial contracts.
• Collaborate effectively with the team and take ownership of day-to-day activities
• Basic knowledge of working with Oracle (not mandatory)

Who You Are:You quickly and decisively takes action in fast-changing, unpredictable situations, you decisively make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. You are energized when faced with ambiguity and uncertainty.For This Role, You Will Need:

• Proven experience of minimum 5 years in procurement processes, including vendor management, negotiation, and purchase order processing
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical spare parts
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal customers and provide timely updates
• Attention to detail and ability to work with strict deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ownership mentality and strong problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience in engineering Mechanical or related field,
• Familiarity with import purchase processes
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Collaborate with teams from different departments to successfully conduct cost reduction initiatives
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Oracle including Excel and presentation software.
• Awareness about EMS & ISO 45001 practices, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 procedures

Our Offer to You:By joining Emerson, you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.Emerson\'s compensation and benefits programs are designed to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets. We also offer a comprehensive medical and insurance coverage to meet the needs of our employees.We are committed to creating a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion. We welcome foreign nationals to join us through our Work Authorization Sponsorship. We attract, develop, and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential. We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company. We have established our Remote Work Policy for eligible roles to promote Work-Life Balance through a hybrid work set up where our team members can take advantage of working both from home and at the office. Safety is paramount to us, and we are relentless in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities. Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. This philosophy is fundamental to living our company\'s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.if you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.About Us:Our Commitment to Our PeopleAt Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world\'s most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You\'ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.At Emerson, you\'ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let\'s go. Let\'s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let\'s go, together.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: .Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you\'re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you\'ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let\'s go!No calls or agencies please.

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