▷ [Urgent Search] Procurement Contract Manager

Essar Projects is part of the infrastructure portfolio of Essar Global Fund Limited (EGFL). It offers unique collaborative end-to-end project development and delivery models for major projects. Essar Projects has over five decades experience of executing mega scale projects in varied industry segments, like Energy, Minerals & Metals, Offshore and Infrastructure. Its footprint spreads across India, Middle East, Europe, Americas and the challenging geographies of Africa and Australasia.

Essar Constructions India Limited (ECIL) is the Indian arm of Essar Projects, which focusses on India and the Sub-continent. It also has a multidisciplinary skilled and experienced Engineering & PMC division which provides a comprehensive array of value added technical engineering services, in a structured manner, across diverse sectors. It is fully geared to service global clients by providing end-to-end engineering solutions from feasibility studies and scope documents to design conceptualization, FEED, detailed design, PMC, field engineering, commissioning and start up assistance and also debottlenecking for efficient plant operations.

We are looking for qualified and experienced professional in Contract & Procurement function at Essar Constructions India Ltd , 2x30 MW, CGTP-HIL, Kansariguda, Rayagada, Odisha.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Strategic Sourcing :

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Civil Construction material ( Steel , Cement, Aggregates, RMC , etc.) , equipment’s, and services at the best possible cost & terms and align with the project requirements .

Identify, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers, building and maintaining strong relationships with key vendors, and coordinate with Client for approval of vendors, to ensure quality and timely deliveries.

Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and service level agreements.

Implement strategies to reduce procurement costs, including competitive bidding, price negotiation, and value engineering.

Oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including requisition processing, obtaining quotations, preparing purchase orders, and expediting deliveries.

Ensure that all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications, as per project requirements.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, relevant regulations, and safety standards.

Collaborate with engineering, finance and operations teams and other departments, including external client, to ensure seamless execution of procurement activities.

Prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance, including cost savings, supplier performance, and risk mitigation activities.

Stay informed about industry trends and pricing changes in the Construction material.

Specific Skills and Experience :

Proven experience in procurement / Contract for 6-10 Years, in Civil procurement , ideally within the construction or infrastructure sector

Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Experience with SAP / ERP systems and procurement software.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications : BE Civil