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Manager PPL

Date: 10 Oct 2026 Location: Chakan, MT-ChakanOffice, IN

Company: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd

Position Title: Project Procurement Lead

Job Summary The Project Procurement Lead is responsible for overseeing, planning, and executing all strategic sourcing and purchasing activities for specific company projects. This role ensures that all materials, equipment, and services are acquired within budget, delivered on schedule, and meet designated quality standards. Operating at a strategic, project-specific level, this lead aligns vendor management with overall project milestones while mitigating supply chain risks.

Key Responsibilities
Project Sourcing Strategy
Develop and execute comprehensive project procurement plans, timelines, and contracting strategies aligned with project stage-gates and baselines.
Tender & Contract Management
Lead the end-to-end RFI/RFP/RFQ processes.
Draft, negotiate, and finalize high-value vendor contracts, ensuring favorable commercial terms, pricing, and robust risk mitigation.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
Function as the primary liaison between internal project teams (Engineering, Finance, Project Management) and third-party vendors.
Resolve contractual variations, delays, or performance discrepancies.




Vendor-Centric Cost Control & Budgeting
Collaborate closely with Cost Managers to monitor expenditures against budgets.
Drive cost-saving initiatives and map out financial risks or market cost trend opportunities.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure all procurement transactions adhere strictly to legal frameworks, corporate governance, and ethical supply chain standards.
Tracking & Performance Evaluation
Establish, track, and report on project-specific procurement KPIs.
Maintain accurate records of item delivery speeds, quality, and vendor compliance rates.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering.

Experience
5+ years of progressive experience in procurement, with specific experience managing project-based or capital-expenditure (CapEx) sourcing.

Technical Skills
Proficient with ERP software (e.g., SAP), advanced Excel, and supplier management software.

Soft Skills
Robust contract law understanding, cross-functional leadership, and exceptional negotiation skills.

Certifications
Qualified certifications like CIPS, CPSM, or PMP are highly preferred.

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