Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and commercially focused Assistant Cost Manager - Procurement to support procurement and cost management activities across projects. The role involves managing sourcing activities, vendor engagements, cost analysis, contract administration, and procurement planning to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will possess robust analytical skills, procurement expertise, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

- Support end-to-end procurement activities, including vendor identification, prequalification, tendering, bid evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
- Prepare and manage Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and tender documentation.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and recommend suppliers based on commercial, technical, and quality considerations.
- Ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services in line with project schedules.

Cost Management

- Assist in developing cost plans, budgets, and procurement strategies for projects.
- Conduct cost benchmarking, market analysis, and pricing evaluations to identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.




- Track procurement spend against approved budgets and report variances.
- Support the preparation of cost reports, procurement dashboards, and management presentations.

Contract Administration

- Assist in the preparation, review, and administration of supplier and subcontractor contracts.
- Monitor contract compliance, deliverables, payment terms, and key commercial obligations.
- Support change management, contract variations, claims, and contract closeout activities.
- Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of procurement records.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

- Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate with project, design, finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure procurement requirements are met.
- Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
- Participate in supplier performance reviews and improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, governance standards, and contractual requirements.
- Identify procurement and supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies.
- Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation and records.
- Promote transparency, ethical procurement practices, and process improvements.

📌 Assistant Cost Manager - Procurement, Mumbai
🏢 Turner & Townsend
📍 Mumbai