Profile: Head of Purchase-Solar-Surat-9.6 LPA

Experience:

- 8-10 years in Procurement/Purchase
- Knowledge of handling raw material import purchase is a must of 6 to 7 years in the solar field
- Minimum 5+ years in Solar Manufacturing / High-tech Electronics

Salary Range: 9 to 9.6 LPA

Roles:

- - Lead end-to-end procurement of solar BOM (Cells, Glass, EVA, Backsheet, Frames, JBs, etc.) ensuring cost efficiency and uninterrupted production
- Strategically source Solar Cells (Mono-PERC, TopCon) from global & domestic Tier-1 suppliers
- Secure long-term contracts with key vendors for all critical components
- Build and maintain multi-vendor sourcing strategies to reduce dependency and mitigate risks
- Negotiate aggressively to optimize “landed cost per watt” and improve margins in competitive tenders
- Track global market trends (silicon pricing, freight rates, USD/INR fluctuations) to plan procurement cycles
- Ensure compliance with ALMM, BIS, IEC standards through vendor alignment and quality checks
- Handle DCR-compliant procurement for government and tender-based projects
- Oversee import/export operations including customs clearance, freight forwarding, port coordination, and international logistics management




- Handle end-to-end import procurement activities including supplier coordination, import documentation, shipment tracking, customs processes, and duty structure management
- Must have strong knowledge and hands-on experience in import purchasing and international vendor management
- Implement JIT procurement strategies to balance inventory cost and avoid production downtime
- Coordinate with finance for LC, BG, advance payments, foreign remittances, and vendor settlements
- Draft and manage procurement contracts with robust clauses on delivery, quality, penalties, and import compliance terms
- Develop strong relationships with international suppliers and freight partners to ensure timely material availability
- Must have prior experience in Solar Panel Manufacturing industry with understanding of module production requirements and procurement planning
- Collaborate closely with production, planning, and quality teams to ensure smooth manufacturing operations and uninterrupted material flow

Qualification:

- B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical)
- MBA in Supply Chain / International Business preferred
- Proficiency in TallyPrime, SAP or specialised ERP Procurement modules

📌 Head of Purchase-Solar-Surat-9.6 LPA (India)
🏢 Rishi Jobs
📍 India