Job Title: Sr.Manager – Procurement (Solar, Wind & BESS | Self-EPC)
Location: India (Corporate Office with travel to project sites)
Role Overview
Handle the end-to-end sourcing and supply chain function for utility-scale for transmission line and electrical packages under a self-EPC model.
The role is responsible for strategic sourcing, cost optimization, vendor partnerships, and supply chain reliability, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and services to support multi-GW project execution.
Key Responsibilities
1. Procurement Strategy & Leadership
- Define and execute procurement strategy aligned with business goals and multi-GW annual execution targets
- Build a robust, scalable procurement organization across for transmission line and electrical packages
- Establish governance frameworks, policies, and approval matrices
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing procurement teams
2. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Lead sourcing across key categories:
- Transformers, switchgear, inverters, SCADA etc.
- Create strategy and execution plan for procuring Long lead and standardized items.
- Store management and material reconciliation.
- Develop category strategies for cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supply continuity
- Drive long-term contracts and strategic partnerships with OEMs and suppliers
3. Cost Optimization & Commercial Excellence
- Deliver significant cost savings through:
- Strategic negotiations and volume leveraging
- Global sourcing and alternative supplier development
- Value engineering in collaboration with engineering teams
- Track commodity trends (modules, steel, copper, lithium, etc.) and hedge risks
4. Vendor Development & Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors
- Develop strong supplier relationships and performance management frameworks
- Ensure vendor capability aligns with quality, timelines, and scalability requirements
5. Contracting & Commercial Management
- Lead contract negotiations (technical + commercial) for high-value packages
- Ensure robust contract structures covering:
- Delivery timelines
- Liquidated damages (LDs)
- Warranty and performance guarantees
- Mitigate contractual and commercial risks
6. Supply Chain Planning & Execution
- Ensure material availability aligned with project schedules
- Drive coordination between procurement, logistics, and site teams
- Manage logistics strategy including imports, customs, and last-mile delivery
- Resolve supply chain disruptions proactively
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with:
- Engineering for technical specifications and standardization
- Project execution teams for planning and material tracking
- Finance for budgeting, cash flow planning, and cost control
- BD/tendering teams for cost inputs during bidding
8. Risk Management & Compliance
- Identify supply chain risks (geopolitical, vendor dependency, price volatility)
- Develop mitigation strategies including dual sourcing and inventory planning
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ESG standards
9. Digitalization & Process Excellence
- Drive implementation of procurement systems (ERP, SAP, Ariba, etc.)
- Establish data-driven dashboards for spend analytics and vendor performance
- Improve procurement cycle time and process efficiency
Key Deliverables / KPIs
- Cost savings vs. budget and benchmark pricing
- On-time material availability aligned with project schedules
- Vendor performance (quality, delivery, responsiveness)
- Reduction in procurement cycle time
- Effective risk mitigation and supply continuity
- Contribution to overall project LCOE reduction
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred)
- MBA in Supply Chain / Operations (preferred)
- 15 years of experience in procurement within:
- Renewable energy / power / infrastructure sectors
- Proven experience in handling large-scale EPC procurement (GW-scale preferred)
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Deep understanding of renewable energy supply chains
- Strategic thinking with execution excellence
- Leadership and stakeholder management
- Risk management and decision-making capability
- Data-driven approach to procurement
Preferred Experience
- Experience in self-EPC / developer-led EPC model
- Exposure to solar, wind, and BESS supply chains
- Experience in global sourcing and international vendor management
