Head of Procurement (India)

As the Head of Procurement for a global organization in the renewable energy and manufacturing sector in India, you will be responsible for leading the procurement function for the country. Your role will involve overseeing direct and indirect sourcing, supplier strategy, negotiations, and team leadership. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute the overall procurement strategy for India covering direct materials, indirect goods and services, CAPEX, and logistics. - Manage direct sourcing of raw materials, components, and finished goods, as well as indirect categories such as IT, HR, facilities, and professional services. - Establish and nurture strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, commercial terms, and long-term agreements. - Monitor supplier performance to ensure key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, quality, delivery, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) are achieved. - Collaborate closely with internal teams including finance, operations, manufacturing, IT, and HR. - Lead and develop the procurement team, fostering continuous improvement and cost optimization. - Ensure adherence to internal policies, ethical sourcing standards, and statutory requirements. - Manage procurement budgets effectively and deliver measurable savings and value creation. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred). - Minimum of 15 years of procurement experience spanning direct and indirect categories. - Solid knowledge of local and global supplier markets. - Proven track record in negotiations, supplier management, and driving procurement transformation. - Leadership skills and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. - Background in renewable energy or manufacturing would be advantageous. If you are interested in this role, please feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion to learn more about the opportunity.,