Expeditor- Procurement

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cosmodyne is a dynamic and rapidly growing industrial company We are seeking an experienced Purchase Executive to join our procurement team. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in procurement of raw materials and structural items, with a strong background in the manufacturing industry, preferably from pressure vessel & heat exchanger

This is a mid-level management position where a person is responsible for day-to-day procurement and activity and will be helping to streamline the purchase functions. He/ She will be responsible for developing systems and processes of back-office work., prepare standard operating procedures and should be able to drive improvement

• Supplier Management: who has excellent vendor communication skills, strong time management skills and a commitment to meeting corporate deadlines and receiving critical orders on time. The Expeditor will be responsible for communicating with vendors and shipping companies to ensure that all critical deliveries arrive at their destinations on time. He or she will also be required to report any pending delivery delays to project management, and work with the shipping Department to help get deliveries to their destinations as soon as possible. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate terms and conditions, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and on-time delivery with optimized lead time.

• Comparative Analysis & cost control: Conduct comparative analysis of supplier terms, and conditions, and select the most suitable method to optimize cost and time savings, strategies to maximize cost efficiency in the procurement process, and drive process and system improvement.

• Follow up on Open Purchase Orders:

       Monitor and track open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of                       materials.

    -  Address any potential delays and take corrective action to meet production            needs

      Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact the supply chain.

     -Need to make sure material gets clear in the system immediately after                    receipt   of the material.

     -Verify Invoice and packing lists provided by vendors against purchase order

   -  Initiate material pick up request by close coordination with EXIM team for               import shipment while ensuring all Import related disciplines adhered with

-    Facilitate material clearance from quality and address non-conformity if any by        taking it up with vendor

      Help to provide details for audit work as and when required

• Cost Control: Implement cost control measures and strategies to maximize cost efficiency in the procurement process, and drive process and system improvement.

• Finance: Address the issues with Invoice booking highlighted by finance, Ensure all documentation work as per company policy

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and agreements, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Prepare new purchase order as an when required, support interdepartmental for their procurement needs and arrange to close the purchase order in system which remained open due to some or the other reason

              Authorities:

              Supervisory Responsibility

             No

              Work Environment

              This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely                    uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers,                    smartphones.

                Physical Demands

                While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required                 to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close                       vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files,                   open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary

Education, Experience, and skills

• BCom or equivalent degree
• 3-5 years of proven experience in procurement, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Experience of back office (Work order / Sales order generate) is preferable
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct comparative analysis and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices in equipment procurement and project management.

Other Duties

• As per management discretion as per the need of an hour