About this Operational Buyer role at Alfa Laval
Join Alfa Laval PES Team as Operational Buyer
About the Company:
In Alfa Laval, we are every single day contributing to a more sustainable future for our planet through engineering innovation. Our global team designs and implements the refining, recycling and purifying process that allows our customers to be better themselves. You will find our work in leading applications for water purification, clean energy, food production, waste processing, pharmaceutical development and much more. The people of Alfa Laval enjoy the freedom to pursue ideas and the resources to see those ideas to become reality, in an environment that welcomes drive, courage and diversity. The result is a company where we can all be very proud of what we do.
Our core competencies are in the areas of heat transfer separation, and fluid handling. We are dedicated to optimizing the performance of our customers' processes. Our world-class technologies, our systems, equipment, and services must create solutions that help our customers stay ahead.
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Position Summary
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Buyer / Operational Buyer to manage the procurement of bought-out items for E&S Projects. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and ensuring timely delivery of mechanical and electrical components from local and global suppliers while meeting project requirements and customer expectations in terms of Quality, Cost, and Delivery.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical understanding, supplier management capabilities, and experience in project procurement of industrial equipment such as valves, instruments, pneumatic components, panels, cables, and other mechanical/electrical items.
Position: Operational Buyer
Location: Pune, India
Department: Procurement / Supply Chain
Experience: 8-12 Years
Qualification: B.E. Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing
- Review project specifications and assess sourcing feasibility.
- Collaborate with Design and Quality teams to identify and define quality requirements.
- Share datasheets, specifications, and technical requirements with suppliers and obtain quotations.
- Conduct supplier scouting, evaluation, qualification, and onboarding activities.
- Obtain technical approvals from Design and E&S teams.
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
- Prepare techno-commercial comparison sheets (QCES) for management approval.
- Ensure suppliers comply with quality, delivery, and contractual requirements.
- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage supplier compliance and contractual obligations.
Order Management & Delivery Follow-up
- Place purchase orders as per approved project requirements.
- Communicate purchase orders and project-specific requirements to suppliers.
- Obtain order confirmations and proactively resolve delivery concerns.
- Track and review schedules for critical project components.
- Escalate supplier-related delays and risks to stakeholders.
- Coordinate inspection documentation and quality certificates.
- Manage corrective actions and replacements for non-conforming materials.
- Ensure on-time delivery aligned with project milestones.
- Handle direct deliveries to project sites, including order amendments, packing lists, invoicing coordination, and logistics management.
Supply Chain & Continuous Improvement
- Participate actively in ALPS initiatives and ISO compliance activities.
- Support inbound and outbound logistics operations.
- Drive inventory optimization and reduction initiatives.
- Contribute to process improvement and procurement excellence programs.
- Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong sourcing and procurement expertise.
- Supplier development and relationship management.
- Negotiation and contract management skills.
- Knowledge of quality systems and project procurement processes.
- Commercial awareness and cost optimization mindset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Preferred Product Knowledge
Experience in procurement of:
- Industrial Valves
- Instrumentation
- Pneumatic Components
- Gauges
- Panels
- Cables & Cable Trays
- Mechanical Equipment
- Electrical Components
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Exposure to global suppliers and international projects.
- Build a strong professional network across different countries and cultures.
- Play a key role in delivering successful customer projects.
- Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
Reporting to: Group Leader Purchase
Join us as a Buyer in Pune and contribute to delivering world-class project solutions through efficient procurement, supplier management, and operational excellence.
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