Manimaran Jothimani
Vadalur
Summary
Goal-oriented purchase engineer with experience driving supply chain activities by sourcing products. Talented at analyzing information, comparing quotations, and selecting ideal suppliers to meet cost and quality targets. Proven track record of clear communication with suppliers, enforcing strict deadlines, and problem resolution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchase Engineer
Preipolar Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
Sunguvarchathiram
09.2021 - Current
- Work with team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within the desired tolerance.
- Knowing detailed component specifications and cross-verifying with customer specifications before sending the inquiry to the supplier.
- Preparing datasheets for purchasing the material based on the BOM, prepared by the engineering team.
- Coordinate with the project department and get the detailed specifications of the product before starting the procurement process.
- Maintaining minimum stock levels in the stores for standard products and monitoring daily.
- Procuring the required materials, as per the approved bill of materials (BOM), with a reasonable cost from an approved supplier.
- Negotiating with the supplier and OEM to get the best price to close the deal with the proper statistics and analyzing method.
- Regular interaction with customers to get new requirements and update the status of ongoing orders.
- Analyzing the customer's mistakes, approved drawings, and getting them corrected on a regular basis before starting the production process.
- Knowing detailed component specifications and cross-verifying with customer specifications before sending the inquiry to the supplier.
- Preparing the production order for the ongoing project helps to complete the project on time.
- Assisted in the requisition of raw materials for manufacturing, based on planned manufacturing needs.
- Reporting of daily activities has been done based on the prioritization of the project schedules.
- Scheduled the product to be ordered based on the delivery of the product from the supplier.
- Coordinate with paperwork, update spreadsheets, and maintain permanent records.
- Hands-on experience with SAP Business One and ERP (like Odoo and Deskera) for procurement activities.
- Regular interaction with OEM and supplier to know the current status of the market, based on raw material availability and completed product delivery.
- Regular follow-up with the supplier to get the materials in time, which helps to complete the job on time.
- Maintain a smooth atmosphere between the supplier and organization to maintain the supply chain without any issues.
- Monitoring the supplier performance on a monthly basis and sharing the scores with the supplier, highlighting the areas that they need to improve.
- Weekly follow-up on the pending order to get the expedited delivery dates and share the same with the project team, which helps them plan for further engineering and production activities.
- Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and quality of products.
- Reviewed vendor performance and negotiated contracts with suppliers to reduce costs.
- Analyzed supplier quotations, evaluated bids and made recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
- Monitored inventory levels and reordered materials as necessary to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Identified new sources of supply and managed relationships with existing vendors.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to determine requirements for goods or services.
- Created purchase orders, tracked delivery status and resolved any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Performed market research activities to identify potential suppliers, compare pricing models, and negotiate terms of contracts.
- Resolved conflicts between suppliers regarding product quality or delivery issues.
- Negotiated payment terms with vendors while ensuring prompt payment of invoices.
- Interacted with vendors to obtain quotes, resolve disputes or discuss pricing arrangements.
- Inspected purchased products upon receipt for quality assurance purposes before releasing payment.
- Prepared formal call for bids through RFQ process to compare quotes meeting specified requirements.
- Communicated with selected suppliers to issue purchase orders and track shipments.
- Negotiated, renegotiated and administered contracts with suppliers and vendors.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies, promptly.
Purchase Assistant
Sun Industrial Automation and Solution Pvt. Ltd.
Perungudi
08.2020 - 08.2021
Production Assistant
Sun Industrial Automation and Solution Pvt. Ltd.
Perungudi
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- I worked across departments to address special needs and coordinate vendors.
- Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for panel production.
- Communicated with team members to keep the project on schedule.
- Wiring and assembly of control panel and electrical components, according to complete wiring diagrams.
- Testing of product functionality for quality control.
- Coordinate with the testing team for panel testing procedures.
- Undergone various panel wiring processes and control bus bar fixing processes.
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
- Proper reporting of daily activities to the production head.
- Reporting difficulties in production regarding issues in the quality of the product.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
M.A.M College of Engineering
Trichy04.2018
HSC: Matriculation -
Krishnasamy Mem. Matric. Hr. Sec. School
Cuddalore03.2014
SSLC: Matriculation -
Krishnasamy Mem. Matric. Hr. Sec. School
Cuddalore04.2012
Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Purchasing oversight
- Supply Chain Management
- Pricing negotiation
- Budget Management
- Procurement
- ERP systems proficiency
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Value Engineering
- Offshore purchasing
- Vendor quality assessment
Certification
- PGDIA, Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Automation (SCADA, PLC, HMI, Panel designing)
- DCA, Diploma in Computer Application (MS Office, C, C++)
Projects
Separation of Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable Wastage for Enrichment of Waste Management, 11/01/17, 02/01/18, PLC(OMRON) FIRE SAFETY IN TRAIN, The project was presented on 'FIRE SAFETY IN TRAIN' in National level technical symposium held at JJ College of Engineering and Technology.
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Jothimani K
- Mother's Name: Mangaiselvi J
- Date of Birth: 11/09/96
- Nationality: Indian
- Passport No:
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Disclaimer
- I hereby declare that all the information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Purchase Engineer
Preipolar Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
09.2021 - Current
Purchase Assistant
Sun Industrial Automation and Solution Pvt. Ltd.
08.2020 - 08.2021
Production Assistant
Sun Industrial Automation and Solution Pvt. Ltd.
09.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
M.A.M College of Engineering
HSC: Matriculation -
Krishnasamy Mem. Matric. Hr. Sec. School
SSLC: Matriculation -
Krishnasamy Mem. Matric. Hr. Sec. School
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