Project Procurement Manager/ Lead Procurement

Job description

Role & responsibilities : • Procurement Strategy: Develop project-specific Procurement Execution Plans (PEP) that align with main EPC contracts and client requirements. • Tendering & Sourcing: Lead the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, evaluate vendor bids (TBE - Technical Bid Evaluation and CBE - Commercial Bid Evaluation), and finalize purchase orders. • Commercial Negotiations: Negotiate prices, delivery schedules, warranty terms, payment milestones, and Liquidated Damages (LDs) with suppliers to protect project profitability. • Vendor Management: Identify, onboard, and evaluate strategic suppliers and subcontractors, conducting regular audits on capacity, quality, and compliance. • Expediting & Logistics: Track manufacturing progress, coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and oversee customs clearance and transportation to ensure on-time delivery to project sites. • Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, QA/QC, Construction, and Finance teams to resolve bottlenecks and align procurement with design and construction phases. • Risk Management: Mitigate supply chain disruptions, commodity price volatility, and vendor defaults through contingency planning and alternative sourcing strategies. • Compliance & Systems: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and statutory regulations, leveraging ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. Preferred candidate profile : • Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) or Supply Chain Management. • Experience: Typically 9 to 14 years of procurement experience with heavy exposure to infrastructure, energy, oil & gas, or industrial projects. • Hard Skills: Deep understanding of global supply chain logistics, contract law, commercial management, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). • Soft Skills: Exceptional techno-commercial negotiation abilities, stakeholder management, analytical thinking, and team leadership