Role Overview
Eaton is hiring a Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain. This is a full-time role in IN. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Role Overview:
As a Senior Buyer, your primary responsibility will be to drive procurement, supplier management, and material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted material availability for the Chennai manufacturing plant. Your role will involve overseeing cost optimization, supplier performance improvement, inventory control, and adherence to Eaton's purchasing processes and compliance requirements. Your expertise in direct material sourcing, ERP proficiency, strong analytical capability, and leadership skills will be crucial in coordinating cross-functional stakeholders effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procure direct materials in compliance with plant and corporate SCM procedures.
- Review and process requisitions, converting them into purchase orders in MRP systems.
- Manage PO updates for design or delivery changes, ensuring accurate SAP data maintenance.
- Resolve supplier-related issues promptly (delivery, claims, quality).
- Manage supplier fulfillment from PO issuance to delivery at the plant.
- Evaluate supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Conduct supplier performance meetings and capacity reviews for subcontracted items.
- Implement supplier improvement programs in alignment with Eaton Supply Chain objectives.
- Maintain material inventory levels according to plant targets and inventory analysts' requirements.
- Conduct PFEP (Plan For Every Part) activities to optimize inventory and enhance OTD.
- Address exception messages (pull-ins, pushouts, cancellations) and resolve discrepancies effectively.
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams on ECN/phase-in/phase-out processes.
- Work closely with logistics, warehouse, and production schedulers to ensure smooth material flow.
- Interface with global and intercompany teams for pricing, lead time, expediting, and compliance updates.
Qualification Required:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
- Proficiency in SAP-MM/PP Module.
- Strong understanding of import/local supplier management and inventory optimization.
- Expertise in Materials Replenishment Planning, Supplier Performance Management, Total Cost Management.
- Demonstrated skills in relationship management with employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask efficiently, and manage time effectively.
- Passion for delivering excellence.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Role Overview:
As a Senior Buyer, your primary responsibility will be to drive procurement, supplier management, and material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted material availability for the Chennai manufacturing plant. Your role will involve overseeing cost optimization, supplier performance improvement, inventory control, and adherence to Eaton's purchasing processes and compliance requirements. Your expertise in direct material sourcing, ERP proficiency, strong analytical capability, and leadership skills will be crucial in coordinating cross-functional stakeholders effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procure direct materials in compliance with plant and corporate SCM procedures.
- Review and process requisitions, converting them into purchase orders in MRP systems.
- Manage PO updates for design or delivery changes, ensuring accurate SAP data maintenance.
- Resolve supplier-related issues promptly (delivery, claims, quality).
- Manage supplier fulfillment from PO issuance to delivery at the plant.
- Evaluate supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Conduct supplier performance meetings and capacity reviews for subcontracted items.
- Implement supplier improvement programs in alignment with Eaton Supply Chain objectives.
- Maintain material inventory levels according to plant targets and inventory analysts' requirements.
- Conduct PFEP (Plan For Every Part) activities to optimize inventory and enhance OTD.
- Address exception messages (pull-ins, pushouts, cancellations) and resolve discrepancies effectively.
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams on ECN/phase-in/phase-out processes.
- Work closely with logistics, warehouse, and production schedulers to ensure smooth material flow.
- Interface with global and intercompany teams for pricing, lead time, expediting, and compliance updates.
Qualification Required:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
- Proficiency in SAP-MM/PP Module.
- Strong understanding of import/local supplier management and inventory optimization.
- Expertise in Materials Replenishment Planning, Supplier Performance Management, Total Cost Management.
- Demonstrated skills in relationship management with empl
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain position at Eaton?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Eaton. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain position at Eaton located?
This position is based in IN. Eaton has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain at Eaton earn?
Eaton has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain role at Eaton posted?
This role was posted on May 3, 2026 (52 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain role at Eaton require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Eaton lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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