Direct Buyer

sensata· 4301 Sensata Technologies India Private Limited
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📍 Chennai, INFull time

About this role

The Buyer is responsible for filling purchase orders, working alongside inventory management and other internal departments, forecasting sales by item, analyzing trends and inventory based on historical data and monitoring sales performance.

General Responsibilities
• Leads the supply chain manager through maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basis
• Responsible for the filling of purchase orders
• Reviews allpurchasing requisitions
• Leads in the development of creating an accurate and efficient monitoring system
• Responsible for entering data into databases or other computerized systems to maintain up-to-date supplier and vendor information, to track purchases and the status of orders and deliveries, and to generate purchasing reports and statistics
• Leads research on potential suppliers and vendors; promotions, and other industry trends as a source of accurate and up-to-date information for purchasing activities

Experience / Qualifications
• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

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The salary for this Direct Buyer role at sensata is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Direct Buyer position at sensata located?
This Direct Buyer role at sensata is based in Chennai, IN. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Direct Buyer role at sensata full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Direct Buyer role in the 4301 Sensata Technologies India Private Limited department at sensata.
Which team or department does the Direct Buyer at sensata belong to?
This Direct Buyer position is part of the 4301 Sensata Technologies India Private Limited department at sensata. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Direct Buyer job at sensata posted?
This Direct Buyer position at sensata was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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