Manager Purchase / Procurement (Solar Energy Business)

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives for solar Lead negotiations and finalize contracts for critical solar modules, Projects items and BoP items. Establish long-term partnerships with global and domestic suppliers to ensure security of supply, quality, and competitive pricing.

Build and manage a robust vendor base, ensuring supplier diversity, sustainability, and compliance. Evaluate supplier performance and ensure adherence to quality, timelines, and contractual commitments.

Drive cost optimization through strategic negotiations, , localization, and alternate sourcing. Benchmark prices, analyze market trends, and anticipate supply chain risks.

Lead and mentor the procurement team across corporate and site functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams Engineering, Projects, Finance, Legal, and Operations.

Ensure procurement practices comply with corporate governance, statutory regulations, and sustainability goals. Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks proactively.

Skills Required

Negotiations, Cost Optimization, Localization