Manager - Supply Chain - Electrical Procurement

1. POSITION DETAILS Department: SCM Position: Mumbai Immediate Manager: Manager SCM - Electrical Role- Manager SCM (Electrical) Experience - Minimum 10-12 Yrs Qualification- BE/B. Tech in Electrical Engineering 2. JOB BRIEF: Position Summary: - We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Electrical Packages Procurement Specialist with 10-12 years of experience in Supply Chain and Purchasing functions. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth knowledge of procurement processes, stakeholder and vendor management, and hands-on experience with SAP and ARIBA platforms. This role demands a proactive, adaptable approach to support business objectives, resolve purchase-related queries, negotiate, benchmark and drive best practice standards across stakeholder and vendor forums. - The successful candidate will have relevant experience in infrastructure procurement of Electrical items including but not limited to DG sets , UPS, Batteries , Power Distribution Units (PDUs) ,Transformers (Distribution / Power) , GIS, Switchgear & Circuit Breakers (LV /HV) ,Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) ,Busbars and Busducts , Electrical Cabling & Wiring ,Surge Protection Devices (SPDs), Grounding & Earthing Systems , Lighting Systems ,Control Panels and Motor Control Centers (MCCs) , Rectifiers and Inverters,Fire Alarm & Detection Systems (Electrical Components) , sensors and meters etc. Expertise in LV/MV panels will be a added advantage. 3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Sourcing: - Identify and evaluate potential suppliers through thorough market research and analysis. - Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to optimize supply chain efficiency and drive cost savings. - Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align procurement solutions with business goals. - Validate procurement requirements and initiate RFQ/RFP tender processes through ARIBA. - Conduct cost comparisons and arrive at target pricing. - Lead negotiation and contract closure with vendors, involving Legal and internal stakeholders for major deals. - Work closely with user functions and teams from project inception to make SCM-based recommendations impacting deliverables. - Engage early with stakeholders to ensure correct vendor selection, commercial models. - Monitor Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance of key project suppliers. - Identify and mitigate risks by developing alternate supplier plans. - Facilitate periodic supplier governance meetings. - Drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction initiatives. - Demonstrate expertise in managing contracts and supplier relationships. - Lead successful cost reduction and process improvement projects. Negotiation & Contracting: - Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions. - Oversee contract drafting, review, and execution to ensure compliance with legal and company policies. Governance & Compliance: - Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. - Monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance; address issues proactively. - Strictly adhering to the Purchase policy and guidelines laid down by organization . - Participate actively in internal and external audits ensuring zero non-compliance. - Adhere strictly to Delegation of Purchase Authority (DOP/DOA) for all purchase orders and procurement decisions. 4. DESIRED PROFILE Education Qualification - Bachelor of Electrical Engineering. Work Experience : 10-12 years relevant Experience in Procurement in Relevant industry Preferably Real estate Developers, Data Centre, Manufacturing / Large Infra companies Relevant Exp. In SAP , Ariba Skills : - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Expert in Excel / Microsoft powerpoint - Exp in Power BI shall be added advantage - Ability to communicate with Impact and engage effectively with stakeholder. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Soft Skills: - Communication and Listening - Collaboration and Teamwork