Deputy Manager -Procurement Solar Utility

About Company

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Job Description

Position Title - Deputy Manager -Procurement Solar Utility
Experience- 7-10 yearsQualification- Engineering DegreeLocation- Gurugram

Roles and Responsibilities
•    Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories (e.g., solar cells, modules, wafers, inverters, BoS).•    Develop category strategy, cost models, and market intelligence to ensure competitive advantage.•    Execute end-to-end procurement activities: RFx, bid evaluation, negotiations, and contracting.•    Drive supplier development, onboarding, and performance management initiatives.•    Ensure compliance with ESG norms, traceability requirements, and internal governance processes.•    Collaborate with engineering, legal, finance, and logistics for seamless procurement execution.•    Track and report cost savings, risks, and sourcing milestones in alignment with project timelines.Deliverables•    Finalization of sourcing contracts with clear commercial, technical, and legal closure.•    Realization of cost savings and total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction targets.•    Supplier base expansion and qualification, aligned with business continuity and ESG goals.•    Creation of category dashboards, benchmarking reports, and procurement trackers.•    Timely support for cross-functional audits, due diligence, and vendor assessments.•    Ensuring zero production downtime through proactive material planning and coordination. Profile & Eligibility Criteria•    Education: B.Tech / B.E. (mandatory), preferably with MBA in Supply Chain / Operations / Finance.•    Experience: 4–6 years of relevant sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in renewable energy, EPC, or manufacturing sectors.•    Strong commercial acumen with exposure to international sourcing, contract structuring, and negotiations.•    Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier management, and process improvements.•    Working knowledge of SAP, MS Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, and procurement tools.•    Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities under tight deadlines.Main Interfaces•    Internal: Engineering, SCM Operations, Project Execution, Quality, Legal, Finance, ESG•    External: OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, logistics partners, contract manufacturers, third-party auditors