Procurement Engineer (Buyer) - C&I - Power Burners

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  • Pune, Maharashtra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Location: Zeeco India Private Limited - MumbaiExperience: 6 - 12 YearsEducation: B.E./B.Tech - Instrumentation / Mechanical / Chemical (Instrumentation preferred)Business Unit: Power Burners - International ProjectsAbout the Organization:Zeeco, Inc. is a global leader in advanced combustion and environmental solutions for refining, petrochemical, power, and oil & gas industries. The Mumbai office supports global execution of Power Burner projects, working closely with engineering, project management, and supply chain teams worldwide.Position Summary:The Procurement Engineer - Buyer (C&I - Power Burners) will be responsible for end-to-end procurement of Control & Instrumentation (C&I) and associated mechanical/electrical equipment for international power burner projects.The role requires strong techno-commercial acumen, vendor management expertise, and the ability to coordinate with global stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution. \nPre-Bid & Proposal Support:
  • Provide procurement inputs during bidding stage.
  • Identify potential vendors and obtain budgetary quotations.
  • Review specifications and highlight long-lead items.
  • Support estimation team with cost optimization strategies.
Procurement - C&I - Power Burners Scope (Procurement experience in the following is mandatory)
  • Control Valves & Automated Valves
  • Pressure, Temperature & Level Transmitters
  • PLC Panels, MCC Panels, VFD Panels
  • SWAS & CEMS Systems
  • Flame Scanners, Flame Arrestors & HEA Igniters
  • Power Cylinders (FD/ID Fan & Burner applications)
  • Flow Elements (Orifice Plates, Venturi, Flow Nozzles, Pitot Tubes)
  • Temperature Elements (RTD, Thermocouples)
  • Pressure Gauges, Temperature Gauges
  • Level Gauges, Level Switches
  • Vibration Sensors
Mechanical & Skid Equipment Procurement:
  • Oil Pumping Unit Skid Assemblies
  • Furnace Oil Skid Assemblies
  • Manual & Motorized Valves (Ball, Gate, Globe, Check, Butterfly)
  • Strainers
  • Associated piping and fittings
Electrical & Auxiliary Procurement:
  • Instrument fittings
  • Illumination fittings
  • Lighting panels
  • Transformers
  • Cables & Cable trays
  • Junction Boxes
Supply Chain & Commercial Management:
  • Preparation and issuance of RFQs.
  • Techno-commercial bid evaluation.
  • Vendor selection based on technical compliance and commercial viability.
  • Negotiation of:
  • Scope of supply
  • Payment terms
  • Warranty conditions
  • Performance Bank Guarantees (PBG)
  • Liquidated Damages (LD)
  • Delivery schedules and Incoterms
  • Purchase Order preparation and release.
  • Global sourcing and rate negotiations (domestic & international).
Post-Order Execution & Coordination:
  • Material planning and procurement scheduling.
  • Coordination with Engineering, Project Management, and QA/QC teams.
  • Monitoring manufacturing progress and expediting.
  • Collection and review of vendor documentation (GA drawings, datasheets, QAPs, test certificates).
  • Coordination with Third-Party Inspection agencies.
  • Management of post-order changes.
  • Support site teams for delivery and issue resolution.
Vendor Development & Performance Improvement:
  • Identify and onboard alternate vendors to ensure competitive sourcing.
  • Maintain and update Approved Vendor List (AVL).
  • Drive supplier performance improvement in cost, quality, and delivery.
  • Build long-term strategic supplier relationships globally.
Required Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong understanding of C&I systems for Power Burner applications preferred but not mandatory.
  • Experience in Oil & Gas / Power / Refinery EPC projects.
  • Knowledge of international standards (API, ASME, IEC preferred).
  • Strong negotiation and contract finalization skills.
  • Experience working with global stakeholders across time zones.
  • ERP knowledge (Sage X3 preferred).
  • Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
  • 6-12 years of procurement experience in EPC/OEM environment.
  • Instrumentation engineering background strongly preferred.
  • Experience handling international project procurement.
  • Proven record of cost savings and on-time delivery performance.
  • Ability to manage multiple packages simultaneously in a fast-paced project environment.
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