Purpose/ObjectiveTo manage plant-level procurement activities by ensuring timely sourcing of materials, spares, consumables, services, and contracts required for smooth plant operations.The role is responsible for vendor management, techno-commercial evaluations, negotiations, cost optimisation, inventory control, and adherence to procurement policies to support operational excellence.Key Responsibilities of RoleProcurement Operations – Manage end-to-end procurement of O&M; materials, project requirements, consumables, and services.Ensure timely availability of critical materials to support uninterrupted plant operations.Process purchase requisitions, RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase orders.Monitor supplier deliveries and expedite urgent procurement requirements.Techno-Commercial Management – Conduct techno-commercial evaluation of quotations and tenders.Prepare comparative statements and procurement recommendations.Negotiate prices, delivery schedules, payment terms, and commercial conditions.Ensure procurement activities comply with technical specifications and business requirements.Vendor Development & Management – Identify and develop capable suppliers and service providers.Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, cost, delivery,



and responsiveness.Develop alternate sourcing options for critical materials and services.Maintain robust supplier relationships to ensure procurement efficiency.Inventory & Cost Control – Coordinate with Stores and User Departments for inventory planning.Monitor stock levels of critical spares and consumables.Support inventory optimisation and reduction of non-moving inventory.Drive cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and negotiations.Contract & Service Procurement – Manage annual rate contracts, work orders, and service agreements.Ensure timely execution and compliance of procurement contracts.Monitor contractual performance and address supplier-related issues.Compliance & Process Governance – Ensure adherence to procurement policies, SOPs, and approval matrix.Maintain procurement records and documentation for audits.Support internal and external audit requirements.Ensure ethical and transparent procurement practices.Cross-Functional Coordination – Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Projects, Finance, and Stores teams.Support shutdown activities and major maintenance projects through effective procurement planning.Coordinate with central procurement team for strategic purchases.Technical CompetenciesPlant Procurement ManagementTechno-Commercial EvaluationProcurement NegotiationInventory ManagementQualifications and ExperienceEducational Qualification – B. E. / B. – Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Production, or related Engineering discipline.MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Operations, or Finance preferred.Experience – 6-10 years of experience in Procurement, Techno Commercial, Materials Management, or Supply Chain.Experience in Cement, Mining, Power, Metals, Manufacturing, or Process Industry preferred.Exposure to procurement of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation spares, consumables, and services.

📌 Plant Procurement Head (Mumbai)
🏢 Adani Group
📍 Mumbai