Procurement Specialist

Company Description Spookfish Innovations is a team of scientists and engineers specializing in high-speed machine vision and industrial automation for a wide range of manufacturing sectors. Headquartered in Bengaluru with a global presence across the UK, Netherlands, and the U.S., the company has spent over a decade developing proprietary technology that connects complex data to manufacturing excellence. Spookfish’s core focus is comprehensive process monitoring, providing manufacturers with real-time insights into their production lines. With a strong footprint in Pharmaceutical and FMCG sectors, the company helps partners enhance efficiency, accuracy, operational quality, and long-term production stability.
Role Description: This is a full-time, on-site Procurement Specialist role based in Bengaluru. The Procurement Specialist will manage end-to-end procurement activities, including raising and tracking purchase orders, coordinating with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. The role involves identifying and evaluating suppliers, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting contract negotiation to secure favorable terms. The Procurement Specialist will monitor inventory levels, analyze procurement data, and optimize purchasing strategies to support cost efficiency and quality standards. The role also includes ensuring compliance with company policies, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating closely with operations, finance, and project teams.
Experience required: 10+ years
Key attributes:
Experience in procurement covering both local and international purchases
Must have experience coordinating with project teams, finance and stores
Specialist ability to understand and source machine parts and electronic components, including reading technical specifications, drawings and BOMs
Ability to identify the right suppliers and manufacturers for mechanical parts, electronics and machine sub-assemblies
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors
Ability to source, negotiate and obtain competitive quotations
Coordinate with logistics partners, freight forwarders and couriers, and manage multiple shipping contracts
Take care of purchase orders, documentation and payment follow-ups before and after orders
Manage import logistics, including shipping schedules, customs documentation and lead times
Identify and mitigate risks in supply and delivery timelines
Track costs, supplier and logistics performance, and inventory requirements
Experience with ERP or inventory systems and submitting reports as required
Ability to own purchase requests and work independently
Ability to prioritise tasks under pressure
Ability to work as part of a motivated and driven team
Skills required for the position:
Strong technical background in electronics and machine building, with the ability to understand components, sub-assemblies and technical specifications
Proven experience sourcing machine parts and electronics from local and global suppliers
Must have worked in a manufacturing or machine-building environment, either at an OEM or at an end-user site
Working knowledge of import/export processes, Incoterms, shipping contracts and vendor payment terms
Excellent communication skills for dealing with suppliers, logistics partners and internal teams
Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking
Proficient in MS Excel and English

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