Procurement Manager - Solar Industry

About the Role

Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company objectives. Continuously assess sourcing options to ensure cost-efficiency, quality, and timely availability of solar components.

• Vendor Development & Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors for solar modules, inverters, structures, cables, and other BoS components. Foster long-term supplier partnerships and negotiate contracts for optimal pricing and terms.

• Contract & Commercial Management:

• Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts and agreements. Ensure compliance with terms and protect the company's commercial interests.

• Cost Optimization & Benchmarking:

• Lead cost-reduction initiatives through negotiations, bulk sourcing, and supplier consolidation. Benchmark procurement costs with market trends.

• Quality & Compliance Assurance:

• Collaborate with QA teams to ensure vendor compliance with technical standards (MNRE, IEC, etc.). Conduct audits and address non-compliance issues.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Coordinate with engineering, project execution, logistics, and finance teams to streamline procurement planning and inventory management.

• Performance Monitoring:

• Track and report key procurement KPIs such as cost savings, lead time, supplier performance, and on-time delivery.

• Risk Mitigation:

• Identify supply chain risks (price fluctuations, import dependency, geopolitical risks) and develop mitigation strategies including alternative sourcing and long-term vendor contracts.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of

  solar procurement

  processes, including modules, inverters, BoS, and EPC materials
• Strong

  negotiation and contract management

  skills
• Familiarity with

  domestic and international solar supply markets

• Proficiency in

  ERP systems

  (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and procurement software
• Analytical approach to

  cost tracking and supplier performance

• Effective

  vendor development

  and

  relationship management

  abilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in

  Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business

  , or a related field

• Mandatory: 6-12 years of experience in procurement, with at least 4-5 years in the solar/renewable energy industry

• Experience in

  large-scale solar EPC projects

  is highly desirable