: Job Details - Position & Designation Associate Strategic Procurement Engineer - Grade P2/P3 - Division & Department Green Hydrogen - SCM Job Profile - Key Objectives

- The Associate Procurement Engineer will play a key role in developing and localizing the supply chain for critical components in India.
- The role focuses on identifying, qualifying, and developing capable manufacturing partners for critical components while supporting strategic procurement initiatives to achieve cost competitiveness, quality excellence, and supply chain resilience.
- The incumbent will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Global Procurement teams to establish a reliable domestic vendor ecosystem.
- Major Deliverables Supplier Development & Localization - Identify, evaluate, and develop Indian suppliers for Machined & Nickel Coating Parts, Gaskets & Precision Hardware.
- Conduct supplier capability assessments, technical audits, and manufacturing readiness evaluations.
- Develop alternate sources to minimize single-source dependency.

Strategic Procurement

Support - Support the Lead Strategic Procurement in developing sourcing strategies for stack components.

- Prepare RFQs, techno-commercial comparisons, and supplier evaluation reports.
- Participate in supplier negotiations related to cost, delivery, quality, and commercial terms.
- Track procurement KPIs include cost reduction, localization percentage, supplier performance, and delivery adherence.

Technical

Coordination - Coordinate with Design and Manufacturing teams for manufacturability improvements.

- Support supplier process qualification and prototype development.
- Ensure suppliers understand engineering drawings, specifications, plating standards, and quality requirements.

Project





Execution - Track supplier development timelines aligned with project schedules.

- Expedite prototype and production orders.
- Resolve supply chain bottlenecks through cross-functional coordination. Cost Optimization - Identify cost reduction opportunities through localization, process optimization, and value engineering.
- Benchmark manufacturing processes and pricing with domestic and international suppliers.

Supplier Relationship

Management - Develop long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers.

- Monitor supplier performance on Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Responsiveness.
- Drive supplier continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reporting to Lead Strategic Procurement - Place of Posting (Vacancy Listing) Pune - Critical Competencies and Essential Attributes Technical Competencies - Good understanding of precision machining processes including CNC machining, milling, turning, grinding, and drilling.
- Knowledge of Nickel Plating and surface treatment processes.
- Understanding of gasket manufacturing technologies (rubber, elastomer, PTFE, graphite, composite materials).
- Familiarity with industrial hardware manufacturing and standards.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications.
- Basic understanding of welding, fabrication, and assembly processes is desirable.

Procurement





Competencies - Strategic sourcing and supplier development.

- Techno-commercial evaluation.
- Cost analysis and should-cost estimation.
- Vendor qualification and supplier audits.
- Negotiation and contract support.
- Supply risk assessment and mitigation.

Behavioral

Competencies - Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Self-driven with high ownership and accountability.
- Robust coordination and project management skills.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and multicultural environment.
- Willingness to travel extensively for supplier development across India.
- Total desirable Years of Experience 6-9 years - Minimum Years of Experience in relevant role 6 years - Qualifications B.E. / B. Tech – Mechanical - Required type of Experience Essential Experience - 6–8 years of experience in Strategic Procurement, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Engineering, or Sourcing.
- Experience in developing precision machining suppliers.
- Experience in vendor development for high-precision mechanical components.
- Hands-on exposure to machining vendors, plating vendors, gasket manufacturers, and industrial hardware suppliers.
- Experience in supplier audits and technical capability assessments.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle Preferred Industry Experience Candidates from one or more of the following industries will be preferred:
- Green Hydrogen / Electrolyser Manufacturing
- Precision Machining
- Power Equipment
- Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Other Information Additional Information Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or Operations will be an added advantage

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