Head Procurement & Contracts & Commercial Manager- Projects

Role Summary

The Head – Procurement, Contracts & Commercial Manager (Projects) will oversee end-to-end procurement, contracting, and commercial management for project execution . The role ensures timely availability of materials, services, and contractors, while managing budgets, minimizing risks, and ensuring project profitability and compliance .

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Procurement & Sourcing

Develop and implement project-specific procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and budgets

Procure raw materials, equipment, services, and outsourced contractors for construction, installation, or capital projects

Evaluate vendors based on capability, quality, cost, and delivery performance

Maintain supplier database for strategic sourcing of project materials

2. Contract Management

Draft, negotiate, and execute project contracts, work orders, MOUs, SLAs, and vendor agreements

Ensure risk mitigation clauses, liability coverage, and compliance are included in contracts

Monitor contractual obligations, performance, milestones, and deliverables

Handle claims, disputes, and contract amendments with contractors

3. Commercial Management

Approve vendor quotations and project-related procurement proposals in line with budget

Monitor project cost control, savings, and commercial viability

Track change orders, variations, and project financial implications

Ensure all project commercial transactions comply with company policies

4. Vendor & Contractor Management

Evaluate and onboard contractors and suppliers for project execution

Monitor vendor performance against KPIs, timelines, and quality standards

Conduct periodic audits of vendor / project accounts

Build strategic partnerships with contractors for long-term projects

5. Project Team Leadership

Lead and mentor the project procurement and contracts team

Ensure proper implementation of SOPs, approval workflows, and procurement policies for projects

Prepare MIS reports for project status, cost tracking, and risk reporting

Drive ERP / project management tool adoption

6. Risk & Compliance

Ensure project procurement and contracts comply with legal, statutory, and audit requirements

Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to suppliers, contracts, or project delays

Maintain all project contract documents and approvals for audit readiness

Qualification & Experience

Graduate / Postgraduate in Engineering

MBA / PG Diploma in Supply Chain / Procurement / Project Management preferred

15+ years of experience in project procurement, contracts, and commercial management

Experience in large-scale capital projects / hospital projects preferred