Roles and Responsibilities – MEP Project Purchase & Store Executive
1. Sourcing and Technical Evaluation
Read Electrical BOMs: Interpret engineering Bill of Materials (BOM) and production layouts to understand the exact technical components required.
Component Sourcing: Locate certified suppliers for specialized equipment, such as switchgears (e.g., ABB, Siemens, Schneider), transformers, electrical panels, cables, and ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems.
Techno-Commercial Comparison: Collect quotations from various vendors and prepare detailed comparative statements evaluating both price and technical compliance.
2. Procurement and Purchase Order Management
PO Execution: Draft and issue technical Purchase Orders (POs) through ERP systems, ensuring exact part numbers, quantities, delivery dates, and commercial terms are accurate.
Commercial Negotiation: Negotiate with manufacturers and authorized industrial distributors to secure the highest discounts, optimal payment terms, and credit windows within budget costs.
Tracking & Delivery: Follow up closely with suppliers to manage transit timelines, prevent material shortages, and control lead times.
3. Vendor and Market Management
Vendor Development: Research, evaluate, and onboard alternate or new certified vendors to minimize supply chain risks for critical items.
Commodity Price Tracking: Monitor fluctuating global and regional market prices of raw metals—specifically copper and steel—to strategically execute buying cycles at lower costs.
Performance Evaluation: Assess existing supplier performance periodically based on delivery speed, price stability, and component quality.
4. Inventory and Cross-Functional Coordination
Stock Optimization: Coordinate with warehouse and factory stores to track existing inventory levels, preventing overstocking or production halts.
Internal Team Alignment: Work closely with the Production, Quality Assurance (QA), Design, and Finance teams to resolve material discrepancies or payment issues.
Documentation & Audit: Maintain complete digital and physical records of purchases, invoices, and contracts for internal audit purposes.
5. Store keeping
Stock Management: Update and submit the daily stock report to the Head Office without fail.
Material Receipt: Inspect all incoming materials against the corresponding Purchase Orders (PO).
Material Verification: Verify that the quantity, quality, model reference numbers, and catalogue numbers (Cat no) of purchased goods strictly match the PO.
Stock Record Maintenance: Monitor and log the daily issuance and movement of all products on a day-to-day basis.
Scrap Management: Collect daily scrap and wastage materials systematically and secure them in the designated storeroom area.