Job Purpose
To lead domestic procurement of Hot Rolled (HR) Coils, Steel Plates, API Grade Coils, and API Grade Plates from approved Indian steel mills. Responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, techno-commercial negotiations, inventory planning, SAP-based procurement operations, cost optimization, and ensuring compliance with API, ISO, and customer quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing
Manage procurement of:
HR Coils
HR Plates
API Grade Coils
API Grade Plates
Source materials from approved domestic mills
Develop sourcing strategies to ensure uninterrupted supply at optimum cost.
Conduct supplier evaluation, vendor development, and performance reviews.
Monitor market intelligence, steel price trends, and mill production schedules.
Technical Procurement
Robust Working Knowledge Of:
API 5L Grades
IS 2062 Grades
ASTM and customer-specific specifications.
Responsibilities:
Evaluation of technical specifications and customer requirements.
Review and verification of Mill Test Certificates (MTCs).




Understanding of chemical and mechanical properties.
Assessment of weldability, toughness, and forming requirements.
Coordination with Quality and Production teams for material approvals.
Commercial Management
Conduct techno-commercial evaluations.
Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and annual rate contracts.
Drive procurement savings and cost-reduction initiatives.
Manage procurement budgets and spending controls.
Develop alternate approved sources to mitigate supply risks.
SAP & Systems
Hands-on Experience In:
SAP MM Module
Vendor Management
Inventory Monitoring
Procurement MIS & Reporting
Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination
Ensure timely availability of HR and API grade materials.
Coordinate closely with Production, Planning, QA, Stores, and Logistics teams.
Optimize inventory levels while preventing stock-outs.
Monitor demand forecasts and procurement plans.
Quality & Compliance
Thorough Knowledge Of:

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