Chief Commercial Officer, North East

At Vedanta, we believe that human capital is our core asset. Identifying internal talent and elevating them to enhanced leadership roles is the hallmark of our Organization’s DNA and has been the key factor in delivering our rapid growth.

Cairn Oil & Gas is the largest private oil and gas exploration and production company in India, accounting for more than a quarter of India’s domestic crude oil production. At Cairn, we are committed to playing a lead role in the energy security of the country and geared up towards contributing half of India’s crude production.

visionary, high-impact leader

Roles and Responsibilities:

Chief Commercial Officer(CCO) – North-East

high-visibility, growth-oriented role

The incumbent will:

• Own and execute the

  commercial, procurement, and contracts strategy

  across the North-East Asset.
• Manage

  sourcing, vendor selection, negotiation

  , and contract lifecycle with a strong cost and risk lens.
• Ensure strict compliance with Vedanta’s procurement policies and

  regulatory/legal frameworks

  .
• Lead

  digitalization of procurement

  , adoption of automation tools, and data-led decision-making practices.
• Partner closely with technical, operations, finance, and legal teams to ensure seamless commercial alignment.
• Optimize costs through

  category management

  , vendor consolidation, and continuous process improvement.
• Benchmark procurement and contract practices with

  global best-in-class standards

  .
• Build and lead a high-performing commercial team focused on agility, compliance, and delivery excellence.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Educational Qualification:

  Engineering / Commerce / Supply Chain / MBA (preferred)

• Experience:

  8–12 years of experience in commercial operations, procurement, or contract management

• Preferred Industry Background:

  Oil & Gas, EPC, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, or Energy
• Strong analytical skills, techno-commercial acumen, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Familiarity with

  SAP, ERP systems, contract tools,

  and vendor management platforms
• Strong governance orientation, negotiation skills, and collaborative leadership style.