Job Title: Buyer Automobile
Department: Procurement
Location: Mangalore
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a results-driven Buyer to manage procurement of automotive components spare parts and services. The role involves vendor sourcing
negotiations purchase order management and ensuring timely availability of quality materials to support production and after-sales operations.
Key Responsibilities
Source and procure automobile parts assemblies and consumables as per requirements.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and OEMs.
Request evaluate and compare quotations (RFQ handling).
Negotiate prices payment terms and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings.
Prepare and release Purchase Orders (PO) in ERP/system.
Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality delivery and cost.
Coordinate with production quality and logistics teams for material planning.
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and industry standards.
Maintain updated vendor database and pricing records.
Support cost-reduction initiatives and localization of parts where possible.
Requirements
Bachelors Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile/Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain.
3 5 years of experience in automotive procurement / buying.
Strong knowledge of automobile components materials and vendor ecosystem.
Proficiency in MS Excel and SAP MM.
Excellent negotiation communication and vendor management skills.
Preferred Skills
Experience in OEM / Tier-1 / Tier-2 automotive supplier environment.
Knowledge of costing BOM (Bill of Materials) and supply chain processes.
Familiarity with quality standards (ISO/TS 16949 IATF 16949).
Ability to handle high-volume procurement and fast-paced timelines.