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MANAGER CONTRACTS & PROCUREMENT, AHMEDABAD 1. Leadership & Strategic Management: Oversee the contracts management function across multiple projects, providing strategic direction to internal and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Ensure organizational contract development and management align with integrity, compliance, and corporate governance principles. Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, offering insights on contract performance, partner management, and risk mitigation. Support the development and implementation of contracting frameworks for large-scale projects. 2. Procurement & Tendering: Manage end-to-end procurement and tendering processes, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and finalization. Conduct market research to identify innovative, cost-effective products and services aligned with project needs. Prepare and review tender documents, issue vendor enquiries, negotiate terms, and recommend vendors for approval per company SOPs. 3. Contract Administration & Execution: Draft, review, and manage contracts for contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with legal, commercial, and organizational standards. Monitor adherence to contract terms, conditions, and performance benchmarks throughout the project lifecycle. Implement robust controls for procurement processes, cost control, cash flow monitoring, and payment processing. Collaborate with the Central Contracts Team on contract-related matters to ensure consistency and compliance. 4. Financial Oversight & Reporting: Track project budgets against expenditures, forecast cash flow needs, and prepare monthly progress and MIS reports. Conduct audits of contractor/vendor bills to verify compliance with contract terms before processing payments. 5. Vendor Management: Support the pre-qualification and onboarding process for new vendors and contractors in line with regional requirements. Address vendor-related issues to ensure timely delivery of goods and services at project sites. Participate in resolving contractual claims, deviations, and extra work issues as per company policies. 6. Project Coordination & Risk Management: Analyze project data to prepare forecasts, identify trends, and support decision-making for improved project performance. Review change requests from contractors/consultants, ensuring alignment with project goals, scope, and budgets. Manage project transactions efficiently through SAP and other relevant systems. 7. Process Improvement & Contract Closeout: Lead the contract closeout process, ensuring all deliverables are met, and documentation is accurately completed. Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness within the contracts and procurement functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve interdepartmental challenges and improve project outcomes. Who We Are Looking for: Qualifications & Experience: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Masters degree preferred). 10+ years of experience in contracts and procurement, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role within the real estate or construction industry. Proven ability to manage large-scale projects and diverse contractual portfolios effectively. Skills & Competencies: Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management skills. In-depth knowledge of contract management, procurement processes, and compliance in the real estate sector. Proficiency in SAP and other financial reporting tools. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
