Purchase Executive (MRE)

Experience: 2–4 Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Executive (MRE) to support material planning, supplier coordination, and vendor development activities. The role focuses on ensuring timely material availability, following up with vendors, resolving quality-related issues, supporting supplier audits, and maintaining procurement documentation. The candidate will work closely with the Purchase, Quality, Stores, and Production teams to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Requirement Execution (MRE)

• Execute daily material follow-up with suppliers as per production schedules.
• Monitor material dispatches and deliveries to ensure timely availability.
• Coordinate with Stores, Production, and Planning teams to avoid material shortages.
• Track pending purchase orders and expedite critical supplies.

Vendor Coordination & Development

• Act as the primary coordinator for assigned vendors.
• Follow up on open issues related to material supply, quality, and documentation.
• Support vendor onboarding, performance monitoring, and vendor development initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers to ensure timely issue resolution.

Quality & CAPA Management

• Coordinate with suppliers for quality concerns and non-conforming materials.
• Follow up on Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) reports and ensure timely closure.
• Monitor implementation of supplier corrective actions and maintain related records.
• Coordinate with the Quality team for supplier quality improvements.

PPAP / PSW & Audit Support

• Follow up with suppliers for PPAP documentation, PSW submission, and related approvals.
• Coordinate supplier documentation required for new product development and engineering changes.
• Assist during supplier audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Maintain updated supplier quality documentation and records.

Documentation & SAP

• Create and maintain Purchase Orders and procurement records in SAP.
• Update supplier documentation, material status, and procurement records.
• Ensure accurate record keeping in line with company procedures.

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience in Purchase, MRE, Supply Chain, or Vendor Development in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of SAP (Procurement/MM Module).
• Understanding of PPAP, PSW, CAPA, supplier quality processes, and vendor audits.
• Strong follow-up, coordination, and communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with APQP, supplier quality systems, and engineering change management.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple supplier follow-ups simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.