Procurement Engineer

Role overview

This position sits within the purchase function at Larsen & Toubro in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role focuses on end-to-end procurement execution for site-based category items, with strong use of SAP/ERP systems and coordination across internal teams and suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and circulate RFQs to suppliers.
• Follow up for offers and ensure vendor responses are received on time.
• Review quotations and prepare commercial bid evaluation documents.
• Discuss pricing and commercial terms with vendors, and place orders for project materials within schedule and budget limits.
• Create and release purchase orders in SAP in line with agreed terms and conditions.
• Track post-order progress and monitor supplier execution.
• Make sure supplier invoices are submitted against GRN and support timely payment processing.
• Handle supplier change orders, delivery extensions, and purchase order closure, while sharing updates with relevant cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with suppliers for repair or replacement of materials whenever needed during item usage.
• Compile procurement-related risks and support mitigation efforts.
• Follow SOPs and other internal procedures without deviation.
• Maintain supplier performance evaluation records in the system.
• Collect supplier documents in time for insurance claim processing, when required.
• Assist the Cluster Materials Manager with rate contract agreements for identified items and support their execution.
• Help identify and develop new vendors.

Required skills and knowledge

• SAP/ERP knowledge for procurement operations.
• Negotiation and vendor management.
• Time management and prioritisation.
• Clear communication and coordination.
• Problem-solving and issue resolution.
• Networking and relationship building.
• Cross-cultural teamwork.

Additional skills mentioned

The source also highlights the following competencies: negotiation, time management, communication, problem solving, networking, and cross-cultural teamwork.

Compensation and employment details

No salary or stipend figure was provided. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. No information was given about openings, start date, duration, or application deadline.