AM / Manager - Spares Procurement ( Ash Handling Plant )

Position Summary:

Manager Spares Procurement

This role is crucial to maintaining operational reliability by ensuring timely availability of high-quality spares at the most cost-effective terms.

Location: Vijayawada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Planning:

  Plan and manage procurement of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation spares specifically related to

  ash handling systems

  in thermal power plants.

• Vendor Development:

  Identify, evaluate, and

  develop new vendors

  to build a robust and reliable supplier base, including OEMs and alternate part manufacturers.

• Sourcing & Negotiation:

  Conduct competitive sourcing, price negotiations, and vendor performance evaluations to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are met.

• Technical Evaluation:

  Work with maintenance and engineering teams to understand specifications and ensure technical accuracy in procurement.

• Inventory Coordination:

  Coordinate with stores and inventory teams to maintain optimum stock levels and reduce procurement lead times.

• Contract Management:

  Prepare and manage purchase orders, vendor agreements, rate contracts, and AMC (Annual Maintenance Contracts) where applicable.

• Compliance & Documentation:

  Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory norms. Maintain all procurement-related documentation and reports.

• Market Intelligence:

  Keep up-to-date with trends in ash handling system technologies, spare part substitutes, and vendor capabilities.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum

  5+ years

  of experience in

  spares procurement

  , specifically for

  ash handling systems

  in

  thermal power plants

  .
• Sound technical understanding of spares used in pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical ash handling equipment.
• Proven ability to

  identify and onboard new vendors

  , including OEMs and local manufacturers.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in cost benchmarking and supply chain optimization.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / etc.), and procurement tools.
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with or sourcing from major thermal power utilities and ash handling equipment OEMs.
• Ability to read technical drawings/specs and translate them into procurement requirements.
• Exposure to vendor audits and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems and spare parts management best practices

Interested pls revert with your updated resume to karthiselvi.d@refex.co.in or WhatsApp 9384807486.