Role Overview:
Lead procurement of long lead and mission-critical equipment for global data centre projects. This role focuses on early engagement with OEMs, securing production slots, and ensuring timely delivery across international project locations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. LLE Strategy & Planning
Identify long lead items early in project lifecycle.
Develop global procurement timelines aligned with design and execution phases.
Secure manufacturing slots with international OEMs.

2. Equipment Procurement
Manage sourcing of critical systems:
UPS systems
Diesel generators (DG)
Chillers & cooling systems
Transformers
MV/LV switchgear
BMS / DCIM systems
Modular or prefabricated solutions

3. OEM & Supplier Management
Engage directly with global OEMs and regional partners.
Manage supplier capacity, production schedules, and commitments.
Build strategic partnerships with key equipment providers.

4. Commercial & Contracting
Lead high-value global negotiations.
Structure contracts with milestone-based payments and delivery safeguards.
Ensure robust warranty, SLA,



and penalty clauses.

5. Supply Chain & Expediting
Monitor manufacturing progress across international facilities.
Coordinate Factory production
Manage global logistics, shipping, and customs coordination.

6. Risk Management
Identify risks such as supply shortages, geopolitical disruptions, and logistics delays.
Implement mitigation strategies including dual sourcing and early procurement.

7. Cross-functional Collaboration
Work with global engineering, design, and project teams.
Ensure technical compliance and readiness for commissioning.

Key Skills
Strategic sourcing of capital equipment
Global vendor negotiation
Supply chain planning & expediting
Technical-commercial evaluation
Risk mitigation in global supply chains
KPIs
On-time delivery of long lead equipment globally
Cost savings and cost avoidance
Supplier performance and reliability
Reduction in project delays due to LLE

Geographical Scope
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📌 Category Lead Procurement – Long Lead Equipment (Navi Mumbai)
🏢 BDx Data Centers
📍 Navi Mumbai