Lead - Supply Chain Management, Mechanical

About Business

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adani Group : Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) : AGEL is part of the Adani Group's promise to provide a better, cleaner, and greener future for India. Driven by the Group's philosophy of Growth with Goodness', the Company develops, builds, owns, operates, and maintains utility- scale grid-connected solar, wind farm and energy storage (Hydro PSP and Battery) projects. The electricity generated is supplied to central and state government entities and government- backed corporations. On the back of long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with central and state government entities, AGEL has leveraged its capabilities and expanded its presence across 12 Indian states. With the integration of pump storage and battery storage projects with large solar & wind portfolio, AGEL shall be best placed amongst peers to supply round-the-clock green power to India's grid. The Company continuously adopts and deploys the latest technologies in its projects. With the target of 50 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030, AGEL is driving India on its renewable energy journey.

Job Purpose : Lead - SCM Mechanical is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, coordination, quality standards, and procurement of all mechanical engineering activities within a project. This role involves leading and mentoring the mechanical team, ensuring the successful implementation of mechanical systems, managing material procurement and inventory, and driving compliance with environmental health and safety standards. The Lead - Mechanical ensures that mechanical operations align with project goals, timelines, and budgets while maintaining high standards of quality and safety, ultimately contributing to the efficient, cost-effective, and reliable delivery of complex mechanical systems in line with organizational and client expectations.

Responsibilities

Strategic EHS Leadership and Oversight :

Establish and continuously refine EHS protocols by incorporating supply chain risk assessments, such as evaluating transportation safety, vendor compliance with environmental standards, and sustainable sourcing practices.

Collaborate with supply chain teams to address safety hazards related to materials and equipment, ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions across all levels of project operations.

Material Management And Financial Control

Develop and oversee procurement strategies that optimize supply chain efficiency, ensuring materials meet quality standards and arrive on schedule while minimizing transportation costs and excess inventory.

Audit financial documentation, including supplier invoices and purchase orders, to ensure transparency and accountability in material sourcing, aligning procurement decisions with project budgets and long-term financial goals.

Team Leadership And Development

Foster a culture of supply chain collaboration within the mechanical team, mentoring members on procurement best practices, material handling, and efficient use of resources to enhance project outcomes.

Allocate resources effectively by aligning supply chain schedules with project needs, ensuring the team has the necessary materials and equipment to complete tasks on time and maintain alignment with broader project goals.

Project Milestone Management And Risk Mitigation

Integrate supply chain monitoring into milestone tracking, identifying potential delays in material delivery and proactively adjusting schedules to mitigate risks.

Regularly communicate with supply chain stakeholders to ensure alignment on project progress and address logistical challenges that may impact critical timelines.

Advanced Quality Assurance And Technical Oversight

Implement advanced quality control procedures as per SFQP guidelines that include evaluating vendor reliability, material quality, and compliance with supply chain standards to ensure system integrity.

Collaborate with suppliers to address recurring quality issues in materials or components, driving continuous improvement across the supply chain to enhance project reliability and reduce future risks.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with supply chain partners to negotiate optimal terms and delivery schedules for mechanical system procurement and installation, fostering long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with vendors.

Act as the primary liaison between senior management, supply chain teams, and mechanical contractors, ensuring materials and equipment are sourced and delivered efficiently to meet broader project objectives on time and within budget.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

Mechanical Engineering Team

Quality Assurance Team

Operations Team

Procurement Team

Health & Safety Team

CAD & ABEX Team

Key Stakeholders - External

Contractors

Subcontractors

Equipment Suppliers

Regulatory Bodies

Vendors

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Certifications in mechanical systems, EHS (Environmental Health and Safety), or renewable energy technologies are desirable.

Work Experience

18+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on energy, construction, or manufacturing sectors.

Experience in the installation, maintenance, and optimization of mechanical systems in industrial or renewable energy projects.

Knowledge of safety standards, quality assurance, and material management practices.

Skills Required

Material Management, Risk Assessment, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance