Procurement Manager

Summary of the Role:

We are looking for a Manager for Supply Chain Management with hands-on experience on a contracts and procurement of Equipment's and Services for Wind and Solar projects. Exposure to Battery Technology is an added advantage.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Identifying potential suppliers, evaluating their capabilities, and selecting those that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

2. Negotiating favorable terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure cost savings and mitigate risks.

3. Developing and managing procurement budgets, tracking spending, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

4. Procurement of WTG Tower, PV modules, String / Central Inverter, Transformers, Pooling substation, Transmission line etc.

5. Procurement of WTG components including Tower Steel, flanges, lift and fabrication etc.

6. Floating enquiries, conducting techno-commercial discussion, negotiation, approval and issuing Purchase orders.

7. To support Engineering/technical team for technical evaluation by arranging necessary documents required from suppliers and contractors.

8. Commercial Evaluation post technical evaluation for only technically qualified in coordination with engineering, project/User department as necessary based on the type of procurement.

9. Contract for WTG E&C including crane hiring, manpower for WTG Erection and commissioning.

10. Contract for WTG components logistics from Ex-Works, OEM factory to Project site.

11. Finalization of Civil, Electrical and E&C contractors for Wind and Solar BOP Works.

12. Coordinating with design, engineering, inspection and QA/QC dept for Order finalization and execution.

13. Adequate knowledge on all the statutory taxes for Supply (Sales) and Service (Erection and Civil) Orders/contracts of all the equipment's/activities involved in the projects.

14. Reconciliation and preparation of document contractual closeout. 15. Contract Closure - Co-ordinate all activities related to contract closure, resolve any open issues to the satisfaction as per the terms of the contract in order.

Required Qualification and skills:

• 10-to-12-years of experience in Procurement, preferably on the renewable energy segment.

• Fluent in English, Hindi written and spoken

• Effective communication is essential for interacting with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Analytical skill - ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed purchasing decisions.

• Understanding budgets, managing costs, and identifying potential cost savings are essential aspects of the role • Bachelor's degree in an any engineering discipline.

• Experience in procurement, preferably Renewable background.

• Familiarity with procurement software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

• Familiar with Renewable Projects, power generation installations, wind and solar plants in particular

• Ability to travel as per the requirement. Preferred areas of exposure: • Experience in renewables/wind/solar sector desirable.

• Knowledge of the electrical sector (generation and distribution) desirable.

• Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and fostering collaboration.