Job Description: Lead Procurement & Quality Manager ( CFBC Boiler Projects)
Job Title: Lead Procurement & Quality Manager
Department: Boiler Projects
Reports To: Project Head
Location: Mumbai / Pune Office
Employment Type : Full time
Qualifications :
Education & Experience :

- Education : Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
- Experience: 15 to 20 years of hands-on and leadership experience in Industrial Boiler CFBC Projects - procurement and Vendor Quality Function ( Lead EPC Contractors, Boiler Manufacturers, Pressure Vessel & Heavy Fabrication industries).
- Deep technical understanding of thermal power plant auxiliary systems and CFBC technology.

Job Objective
To lead and direct the functions of both Procurement and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) for CFBC Boiler Projects. This position acts as a managerial bridge, leading dedicated procurement and quality sub-teams to ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of boiler components while enforcing strict compliance with ASME, IBR, ISO, and customer specifications.
Key Leadership & People Management Responsibilities

- Team Leadership & Resource Allocation: Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of Purchase Executives, Sourcing Engineers, and QA/QC Inspection Engineers.
- Governance & Cross-Functional Balance: Serve as the final authority on project procurement and quality trade-offs, ensuring quality standards and statutory safety (IBR/ASME) are never compromised to meet commercial or schedule pressures.
- Interdepartmental Alignment: Act as the primary liaison between Project Management, Engineering, Logistics, External Vendors, Third-Party Inspection Agencies (TPI), and Regulatory Boiler Inspectors.
- The role will contribute to new project development, ensure timely procurement, drive cost efficiency, and support supplier development and management aligned with customer and organizational requirements.

Core Responsibilities Procurement Function
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

- The Procurement & Quality Lead Manager will be responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, services, and subcontract requirements to support manufacturing, engineering, and project operations.
- Oversee direct procurement for key equipment including ESPs, Fans, Pumps, Valves, Sheet Metal, Heavy Fabrication, and pressure-part assemblies.
- Lead sourcing and vendor development for raw materials (MS plates, seamless tubes) and specialized surface treatments ( protective painting).
- Drive category management, supplier consolidation, and long-term vendor partnerships to secure optimal commercial terms.

Commercial Execution & Cost Control

- Execute product/process costing, project budgeting, and strategic cost-reduction initiatives.
- Conduct high-value vendor negotiations, finalize purchase terms, and approve Purchase Orders within authorized financial limits.
- Manage vendor master data, pricing agreements, and purchase workflows within SAP .
- Oversee material planning, follow-ups, and expeditor activities to ensure zero production or site downtime.
- statutory documentation, and dispatch clearance compliance.

Key Operational Responsibilities in procurement :

1. Procurement Planning & Strategy
• Develop and implement procurement techniques ,



strategies and tools in line with business, project, and operational requirements.
• Prepare procurement plans based on project schedules, production requirements, BOMs, and material forecasts.
• Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, fabricated components, engineering equipment, consumables, and project-specific items.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and strategic sourcing.
2. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Development
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and onboard reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Conduct vendor capability assessments based on quality, delivery, capacity, commercial competitiveness, and compliance.
• Develop alternate sources for critical and long-lead items.
3. RFQ, Tendering & Commercial Negotiation
• Float RFQs and obtain quotations from approved and potential suppliers.
• Analyse technical and commercial quotations in coordination with Engineering, Projects, Quality, and other stakeholders.
• Lead commercial negotiations to achieve optimum pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and other contractual conditions.
• Finalize purchase recommendations and obtain internal approvals as per company policy and delegation of authority.
4. Purchase Order & Contract Management
• Review and finalize commercial terms and conditions with suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure all procurement documents comply with company policies and approved procurement procedures.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Commercial, and Project teams for high-value or critical contracts.
5. Project Procurement & Expediting
• Coordinate closely with Project, Planning, Engineering, Production, and Site teams to understand material requirements and delivery priorities.
• Monitor order execution and expedite suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Track committed delivery schedules and proactively address potential delays.
• Support project teams in minimizing material-related delays and cost overruns.
6. Cost Control & Savings
• Drive procurement cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
. Execute product and process costing, budgeting, and cost-saving initiatives.
. Negotiate improved commercial terms, including pricing, credit periods, payment terms, and delivery conditions.
• Track and report procurement savings and cost-avoidance initiatives.
7. Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination.
• Coordinate with Stores and Production teams to optimize inventory levels.
• Support inventory rationalization and utilization of available stock.
• Ensure procurement decisions are aligned with inventory availability and project requirements.
8. Risk Management.
• Develop risk mitigation plans for critical suppliers and materials.
• Maintain alternate supplier databases for business continuity.
9. Process Improvement.
• Improve procurement processes, systems, and controls.




• Ensure adherence to procurement SOPs and approval matrices.
10. MIS & Reporting.
• Prepare periodic procurement MIS and dashboards for management.
• Monitor purchase order status, material delivery schedules, cost savings, pending RFQs, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Project & Process Management:

- Monitor project milestones and ensure purchasing activities support successful project execution.
- Implement continuous improvement measures in line with the Benninger Management System.
- Lead category management initiatives and recommend opportunities for vendor consolidation or process improvements.

Reporting & MIS:

- Prepare and maintain Purchase MIS reports including spend analysis, cost comparisons, and vendor performance.
- Support audits and provide necessary procurement documentation and compliance records.

Core Responsibilities Quality Function (QA/QC)
Quality Assurance & Control ( QAC ) & Compliance

- Implement, maintain, and audit the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Review and approve project Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and Quality Procedures.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and enforce Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) across internal and supplier processes.
- Facilitate internal quality audits and represent the company during third-party and client audits.

Quality Control (QC) & Inspection Operations

- Manage stage-wise inspections during fabrication, welding, and assembly of boilers and pressure parts.
- Review and validate Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Records (WPQ).
- Ensure strict material identification, heat number traceability, and Review of Material Test Certificates (MTCs).
- Direct and witness Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activitiesincluding RT, UT, MT, PT, and VTand approve test dossiers.
- Coordinate hydrostatic, pneumatic, and performance testing with client representatives and statutory Boiler Inspectors (IBR/ASME).
- Oversee supplier quality audits, shop inspections, and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when necessary.
- Compile and approve final Manufacturing Record Books (MRBs) and quality dossiers for project handover.

Key Competencies :

Technical & Functional Knowledge

- Codes & Standards: Comprehensive knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR), and ISO 9001 standards.
- Technical Expertise: Boiler manufacturing processes, welding metallurgy, heavy fabrication techniques, NDT methods, and reading P&IDs; and engineering drawings.
- Procurement & Systems: Advanced working knowledge of SAP (MM Module), purchase workflows, cost modeling, and import/export compliance.

Preferred Certifications (or oversight familiarity)

- Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI or CSWIP 3.1/3.2)
- ASNT Level II/III in NDT methods
- ISO 9001 Lead / Internal Auditor

Special Authorities & Delegations

- Authorization to negotiate commercial pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules within defined matrix limits.
- Final approval authority on supplier selection, PO release, and vendor quality qualification/disqualification per company policy.

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