Procurement & Sourcing • Identify and source vendors for materials, equipment, spares, consumables, and services. • Float RFQs/RFPs and obtain competitive quotations from approved suppliers. • Conduct market research to identify cost-effective procurement opportunities. • Develop and maintain a robust vendor database. Techno-Commercial Evaluation • Coordinate with technical stakeholders for specification finalization. • Perform technical and commercial bid evaluations. • Prepare comparative statements (CSTs) and recommendation notes. • Analyze vendor proposals considering quality, delivery schedules, compliance, and commercial terms. Negotiation & Contracting • Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranty clauses, and contractual conditions. • Finalize purchase orders and service contracts. • Ensure procurement achieves targeted cost savings and commercial benefits. Vendor Management • Monitor vendor performance related to quality, delivery, and service. • Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers. • Resolve supplier issues and escalations. Purchase Order Management • Create and release purchase orders in SAP/ERP systems. • Track order status and expedite deliveries where required. • Coordinate with stores, users, finance, and vendors for smooth execution. Compliance & Documentation • Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies and audit requirements. • Maintain procurement records, contracts, vendor documents, and approvals. • Support internal and external audits. Stakeholder Coordination • Liaise with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Stores, Finance, and Project teams. • Ensure timely availability of critical materials and services. Qualification: • B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Chemical) preferred. • MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, or Materials Management will be an added advantage. Experience: • 8-14 years of experience in techno-commercial procurement. • Experience in Power Plant, Energy, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, or Heavy Industry preferred. • Exposure to SAP/ERP-based procurement processes.