MKU - Purchasing Manager - MRO

We are looking for a proactive and self-driven Purchase Manager with strong technical and analytical skills to manage procurement of MRO parts for aircraft maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mechanical parts development, vendor management, and ERP systems, along with the ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Vendor Management

- Source and procure mechanical, rubber, and plastic components for aircraft maintenance.

• Develop new vendors and manage existing vendor relationships.

• Monitor vendor performance and conduct periodic reviews.

• Ensure timely conversion of purchase orders and adherence to committed delivery schedules.

• Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with Incoterms and import-export procedures.

Technical & Development Expertise

- Interpret and analyze technical drawings for part development.

• Lead new part development through reverse engineering.

• Collaborate with engineering and Air Force teams for validation and approvals.

Inventory & Logistics

- Maintain optimum inventory levels to support uninterrupted maintenance operations.

• Monitor OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance and implement corrective actions.

• Coordinate with finance and logistics teams for cash flow and delivery planning.

MIS & Reporting

- Prepare and review MIS reports for management decision-making.

• Analyze procurement data and trends to optimize sourcing strategies.

• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Systems & Tools

- Proficient in ERP systems such as Navision, SAP, or BI tools.

• Advanced skills in MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications & Skills:

- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in procurement of MRO parts.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination abilities.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

• Knowledge of DGCA guidelines, Incoterms, and import-export documentation.

- MBA