Industrial Buyer – Procurement (Gokak)

About the role

Roquette is seeking a Buyer to lead cost‑oriented sourcing for its plant in Gokak. The role focuses on sustainable, environmentally‑friendly procurement while ensuring material availability for production.

Key responsibilities

• Receive and monitor purchase requisitions, identify suppliers, and issue enquiries/RFPs.
• Prepare TBA & CBA analyses, negotiate offers, and create purchase orders or rate contracts.
• Manage vendor relationships, monitor performance, and ensure timely material delivery.
• Support users and the accounts department throughout the payment process.
• Prepare MIS and budget/saving reports, maintain audit‑ready records, and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulations.

Required profile

• B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) or Diploma in Materials Management (preferred).
• 5‑7+ years of experience in purchasing, capital procurement, negotiation and supplier development.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineering, manufacturing and other functions.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Power BI.

Required skills

• Advanced use of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Power BI for reporting and analysis.
• Negotiation and supplier evaluation techniques.
• Procurement process management and inventory control.