Purchase Engineer

Experience and Education

Job Description

• Supplier Quality Audits:
  • Conduct regular visits to supplier facilities to assess their manufacturing processes, quality control systems, and adherence to agreed specifications.
  • Perform on-site inspections of materials and components to ensure compliance with quality standards and technical specifications.
  • Develop audit schedules and criteria, and ensure timely completion of supplier audits.
• Quality Inspection and Reporting:
  • Review incoming materials and components to ensure they meet quality and performance criteria.
  • Document and report any deviations from quality standards, working closely with suppliers to resolve issues.
  • Prepare detailed inspection and audit reports, including observations, non-conformance findings, and corrective actions.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify potential risks in the supply chain, such as quality inconsistencies, production delays, or supplier reliability issues.
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, including alternate supplier development or process improvements.
  • Monitor supplier performance and identify trends or areas for improvement in terms of quality and reliability.
• Supplier Development and Improvement:
  • Work closely with suppliers to enhance their quality control processes and ensure continuous improvement.
  • Provide feedback and technical support to suppliers to help them meet the company's quality requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and reduce defects in future shipments.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Liaise with procurement, production, and engineering teams to ensure that quality requirements are understood and met by suppliers.
  • Support the procurement team in the supplier selection process by providing insights from quality audits and inspections.
  • Work with the quality control and production teams to address any issues with incoming materials and ensure they do not impact production timelines.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Ensure all procured materials comply with regulatory and industry standards, as well as company specifications.
  • Ensure that corrective actions and improvements are documented and tracked.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of supplier audits, inspection results, and quality performance metrics.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve supplier quality and reduce the cost of poor quality (e.g., rework, scrap).
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging quality management techniques.
  • Implement best practices in supplier quality management and ensure alignment with industry standards.

Other skills & experience requirement :

• Proficient in reading, understanding, and reviewing engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication skills with strong proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with quality inspection techniques, tools, and standards
• Strong analytical/ problem solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Must be proficient in MS Office and quality management software.
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, CQE)
• Ability to work independently and conduct supplier visits as required.
• Preferably from the process industry, chemicals, pharmaceutical equipment manufacturers, or project consultants (mechanical equipment/process industry).

Who are we looking for :

We are seeking someone with strong organizational and communication skills, complemented by technical proficiency. As Cosben operates in a fast-paced and competitive environment, this role demands a person who thrives under pressure. We are looking for someone with the drive to grow, aligned with our company’s blend of corporate professionalism and family business culture.

At Cosben, we encourage holistic development, exposing team members to functions beyond their role, promoting a deep understanding of the overall business. This broader knowledge helps drive efficiency, output, and value addition. The ideal candidate will grow into a key member of our middle management team and, with proven performance, will be groomed for future leadership roles within the top management.

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