Head of Procurement

Key Skills & Competencies :

 Strong expertise in CAPEX and raw material procurement for manufacturing setups

(preferably Cell / Module Lines or Renewable Sector).

 Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills.

 Knowledge of supply chain best practices, commercial terms, and legal clauses.

 Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders.

 Strong analytical, cost benchmarking, and decision-making capabilities.

Educational Qualifications :

 B.Tech or M.Tech in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field preferred).

Experience :

 10 + yrs in solar renewable industry.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Procurement Strategy & Planning

 Formulate and implement procurement strategies for CAPEX equipment, raw materials for

Cell and Module Lines, and utilities.

 Identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate market trends, and drive cost optimization initiatives.

2. Vendor Management & Tendering

 Develop, update, and maintain the approved vendor list.

 Manage end-to-end vendor onboarding, evaluation, approval, and selection.

 Prepare and compile tender documents including RFP, EOI, NIT, ITB, GCC, SCC, and other

contractual documentation.

 Coordinate with internal departments and consultants to address vendor queries and obtain

technical evaluations / approvals of bids.

 Prepare comparative statements (techno-commercial), conduct commercial evaluations, and

recommend suitable vendors.

3. Cost Analysis, Benchmarking & Negotiation

 Benchmark prices through market research, zero-based costing, cost component analysis,

project experience, and internal budgets.

 Lead high-level negotiations with vendors / contractors to secure the best commercial and

technical terms.

 Prepare purchase proposals, management approval notes with clear recommendations, and

secure necessary approvals from Management and Finance.

 Oversee preparation, finalization, and award of contracts ensuring legal compliance and

alignment with company policies.

4. Post-Order Management

 Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely processing of advance / pro-rata

payments, approvals of drawings / data sheets, workfront availability, logistics planning, and

documentation (road permits, exemption certificates, etc.).

 Monitor contract execution, supplier performance, and compliance with contractual terms till

closure.

 Ensure timely resolution of warranty claims and any post-order issues.

5. Vendor Performance Management

 Conduct periodic vendor performance assessments based on quality, delivery timelines,

pricing, and service responsiveness.

 Maintain vendor ratings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

6. Techno-Commercial & Legal Oversight

 Lead techno-legal-commercial negotiations for materials and services.

 Oversee award of contracts and monitor their performance till completion.

 Ensure all contracts comply with legal, statutory, and internal policy requirements.

7. Compliance & Governance

 Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies, audit requirements, legal frameworks,

and statutory compliances across all procurement activities.

Skills Required

Tendering, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Contract Execution, Vendor Management, Market Research