Manager, SCM (Solar & Wind Projects)

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Role Summary

Project, Engineering, Quality, and Procurement teams

MCR (Main Control Room), Switchyard, and site-specific requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Requirement Gathering & Planning
• Coordinate with Project, Site, Quality, Engineering, and Technology teams to finalize material requirements once land/site details are confirmed.
• Consolidate and validate component requirements for Solar (modules, inverters, MMS, cabling, etc.) and Wind (WTGs, MCR, Switchyard, BOP packages, etc.).
• Provide detailed inputs to Procurement for PR/PO creation, ensuring alignment with project timelines and technical specifications.
• Procurement Support & Vendor Coordination
• Support Procurement team during RFQ preparation, technical-commercial evaluation, and PO finalization.
• Ensure vendor alignment with project specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
• Conduct vendor visits (including manufacturing facilities) to resolve bottlenecks and expedite supplies.
• Logistics & Delivery Monitoring
• Track end-to-end material flow from vendor to site, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Identify risks in the supply chain (delays, shortages, transportation challenges) and take corrective actions.
• Coordinate with logistics partners for safe transportation of heavy/critical equipment (e.g., WTG components, transformers, switchyard equipment).
• Stakeholder & Cross-functional Coordination
• Act as a single point of contact between Project/Site teams and Procurement for material planning and delivery updates.
• Work closely with Quality team for pre-dispatch inspections, clearances, and certifications.
• Engage with site execution teams to resolve on-ground issues related to material receipt, storage, and utilization.
• Governance & Reporting
• Maintain and update MIS on procurement status, delivery schedules, and vendor performance.
• Highlight delays and proactively escalate issues to management for timely resolution.
• Support cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality and timelines.
  

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred); MBA in SCM/Supply Chain desirable.
• Experience: 8–12 years in SCM within Renewable Energy (Solar & Wind) sector.
• Hands-on exposure to MCR, Switchyard, Electrical, and Civil procurement.
• Strong understanding of project execution challenges at renewable energy sites.
• Experience in vendor management, logistics, and debottlenecking supply delays.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems for SCM tracking.
• Excellent coordination, follow-up, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites and vendor facilities.