Job Requirements
Position
Lead Buyer
Designation
Manager- SCM
Experience Required
8-10 Years of experience in Supply chain management
Department
SCM- Solar Manufacturing
Location
Noida
ROLE OVERVIEW
SCM Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end procurement and supplier management activities for solar manufacturing and project equipment, materials, and services. The role drives strategic sourcing, techno-commercial evaluations, contract management, vendor development, cost optimization, and supply risk mitigation to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven procurement aligned with project and organizational objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Techno-Commercial Strategy & Planning
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Understand and support the implementation of site-specific procurement and techno-commercial strategies.
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Execute strategic procurement initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
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Ensure compliance with procurement policies, SOPs, and guidelines.
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Purchase Requisition (PR) Review
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Review approved purchase requisitions received from user departments.
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Verify completeness and accuracy of PRs and seek clarifications where necessary.
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Determine the appropriate procurement method based on business requirements, stock availability, contract coverage, urgency, value, and delivery timelines.
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Manage sourcing activities for Capex, MEP Projects and services, mainly Import sourcing experience will be an added advantage)
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Prepare RFI/RFP documents and identify suitable vendors.
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Develop vendor selection and evaluation criteria and Conducting technical and commercial bid evaluations.
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Organize pre-bid meetings and resolve vendor queries.
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Conduct negotiations and e-auctions for cost optimization.
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Prepare Note for Approval (NFA) and obtain approvals as per Delegation of Authority (DoA).
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Contract Management & Order Placement
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Draft and issue contracts using approved templates and standards.
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Create and maintain contract records in SAP/ERP systems.
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Coordinate with vendors for submission of ABG, CPBG, and other statutory documents.
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Issue Purchase Orders and Service Orders under valid Rate Contracts.
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Maintain procurement documentation in line with company policies.
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Post-Order Management
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Monitor timely material deliveries and expedite orders.
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Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors to resolve supply-related issues.
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Process amendments, change orders, quantity revisions, and time extensions.
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Facilitate contract closure and documentation.
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Manage logistics and transportation for procurement activities.
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Support emergency procurement requirements as needed.
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Supplier Management & Vendor Development
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Identify and onboard new suppliers and vendors.
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Conduct vendor evaluations in coordination with Quality, Engineering, Project, and HSE teams.
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Maintain approved vendor databases.
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Support vendor code creation through Ariba and SAP systems.
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Develop strategic relationships with suppliers for long-term business benefits.
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Supplier Performance Management
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Conduct supplier performance assessment and segmentation.
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Develop vendor scorecards and performance evaluation criteria.
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Review supplier performance and recommend improvement actions.
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Engage suppliers in performance improvement initiatives and value creation programs.
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Data Analytics & Reporting
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Analyze procurement and supplier-related data.
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Support spend analysis, commodity analysis, and supplier performance reviews.
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Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
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Generate reports and dashboards for management review.
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Risk Management
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Identify procurement and supply chain risks.
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Assess risks based on impact, likelihood, and controllability.
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Develop mitigation plans and maintain category risk registers.
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Support business continuity through proactive risk management.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
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7 to 10 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, or Buyer functions.
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Experience in Power Plant, Energy, Manufacturing, Steel, Cement, or Heavy Engineering industries preferred.
Work Experience
CORE COMPETENCIES
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Solar Equipment Procurement Expertise
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Negotiation & Cost Optimization
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Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
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Supplier Development & Localization
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Global and domestic supplier identification and sourcing
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Supply Chain Risk Management
