Procurement Operation Specialist (Contract)

Company Overview

Cyient is a global provider of engineering, data analytics, networks, and operations solutions. We collaborate with clients to solve problems and deliver measurable benefits across aerospace, telecom, energy, and other industries with 12,500+ associates in 38 locations worldwide.

Job Summary

This role supports aerospace procurement operations by managing end-to-end direct procurement activities, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and strong supplier partnerships to meet customer business needs. This is a 1 year contract role and possible for extension depending on customer needs.

Responsibilities

Negotiate with suppliers to specify quality, quantity, and delivery schedules to meet project requirements

Schedule, arrange, and follow up on logistics to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of materials

Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery

Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted supply continuity

Standardize the DIEN process in SAP and collaborate with Repair and Finance teams to implement it effectively

Manage SAP procurement processes including PR, PO, GR, and invoice processing integrated with MRO applications

Review supplier invoices for GST and indirect tax accuracy and support Finance with audit and compliance documentation

Collaborate with customers, project teams, and cross-functional teams to define scope, deliverables, resources, budget, and timelines for new initiatives

Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for revenue and billing processes across multiple business units

Read and interpret aerospace component engineering and stage drawings to support procurement decisions

Adapt quickly to evolving internal and external customer business needs

Work independently to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Prepare and maintain procurement reports and tracking to support decision-making

Preferred competencies and qualifications

Experience in aerospace or MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) procurement

Awareness of aerospace quality requirements and export control regulations for international trade

Experience supporting regional procurement across multiple countries

Strong knowledge of aero-engine components and MRO processes

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance or a related discipline Or Higher Diploma in Supply Chain or Business Administration

Minimum 4 to 6 years of direct procurement experience, experience in the aerospace or MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) industry