Officer - Techno Commercial-Buyer

Job description

Responsibilities • Techno-Commercial Strategy & Planning • Understand and support the implementation of site-specific procurement and techno-commercial strategies. • Execute strategic procurement initiatives aligned with organizational objectives. • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, SOPs, and guidelines. • Purchase Requisition (PR) Review • Review approved purchase requisitions received from user departments. • Verify completeness and accuracy of PRs and seek clarifications where necessary. • Determine the appropriate procurement method based on business requirements, stock availability, contract coverage, urgency, value, and delivery timelines. • Strategic Sourcing • Manage sourcing activities for Capex, Opex, bulk materials, and services. • Prepare RFI/RFP documents and identify suitable vendors. • Develop vendor selection and evaluation criteria. • Conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations. • Organize pre-bid meetings and resolve vendor queries. • Conduct negotiations and e-auctions for cost optimization. • Prepare Note for Approval (NFA) and obtain approvals as per Delegation of Authority (DoA). • Contract Management & Order Placement • Draft and issue contracts using approved templates and standards. • Create and maintain contract records in SAP/ERP systems. • Coordinate with vendors for submission of ABG, CPBG, and other statutory documents. • Issue Purchase Orders and Service Orders under valid Rate Contracts. • Maintain procurement documentation in line with company policies. • Post-Order Management • Monitor timely material deliveries and expedite orders. • Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors to resolve supply-related issues. • Process amendments, change orders, quantity revisions, and time extensions. • Facilitate contract closure and documentation. • Manage logistics and transportation for procurement activities. • Support emergency procurement requirements as needed. • Supplier Management & Vendor Development • Identify and onboard new suppliers and vendors. • Conduct vendor evaluations in coordination with Quality, Engineering, Project, and HSE teams. • Maintain approved vendor databases. • Support vendor code creation through MDG/Ariba and SAP systems. • Develop strategic relationships with suppliers for long-term business benefits. • Supplier Performance Management • Conduct supplier performance assessment and segmentation. • Develop vendor scorecards and performance evaluation criteria. • Review supplier performance and recommend improvement actions. • Engage suppliers in performance improvement initiatives and value creation programs. • Data Analytics & Reporting • Analyze procurement and supplier-related data. • Support spend analysis, commodity analysis, and supplier performance reviews. • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. • Generate reports and dashboards for management review. • Risk Management • Identify procurement and supply chain risks. • Assess risks based on impact, likelihood, and controllability. • Develop mitigation plans and maintain category risk registers. • Support business continuity through proactive risk management. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline. • Additional certifications in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or SAP will be an added advantage. Experience • 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, or Buyer functions. • Experience in Power Plant, Energy, Manufacturing, Steel, Cement, or Heavy Engineering industries preferred.