Role Purpose

Drive end-to-end procurement and techno-commercial evaluation of Solar PV Modules, Balance of System (BoS) equipment, and EPC packages for utility-scale solar and hybrid renewable energy projects. The role will support project qualification, business development activities, due diligence, tender participation, supplier negotiations, contract management, and project execution to support the growth of the renewable energy portfolio.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Business Development Support

Assess procurement implications during project qualification and techno-commercial due diligence.

Provide market intelligence on

Solar PV Modules (TOPCon, Mono PERC, HJT, Bifacial)

Inverters

Trackers

Transformers

SCADA and Monitoring Systems

Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Support development of sourcing strategies aligned with project timelines and cost objectives.

Track industry developments, ALMM updates, import regulations, customs duties, and technology trends affecting procurement decisions.

Solar Module Procurement

Lead procurement activities for Solar PV Modules from domestic and international manufacturers.

Develop RFQs, technical specifications, bid evaluation criteria, and procurement schedules.

Conduct techno-commercial evaluation of module suppliers based on:

Efficiency

Performance warranties

Product warranties

Degradation guarantees

Bankability reports

Manufacturing capability

ALMM/ALCM compliance

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, liquidated damages, and warranty conditions.

Coordinate factory audits and quality inspections during manufacturing.

Negotiate the contract, along with the support of the legal team

Balance of System (BoS) Procurement

Manage procurement of

Module Mounting Structures

Solar Trackers

String and Central Inverters

HT/LT Equipment

Power Transformers





Switchyard Equipment

Cables

SCADA Systems

Communication Equipment

Develop procurement packages and support tendering processes.

Evaluate vendors on technical capability, cost competitiveness, delivery schedules, and quality performance.

Evaluate supplier proposals and identify technical and commercial risks.

Prepare procurement cost benchmarks and market assessments

EPC Tendering & Contract Management

Identify and shortly EPC contractors for turnkey execution of Solar projects

Coordinate with Engineering and Technical teams to review project designs, energy yield assumptions, EPC scope, develop equipment specifications and procurement requirements, and equipment selection

Evaluate supplier proposals and identify technical and commercial risks.

Participate in pre-bid meetings and technical-commercial clarifications from the EPC contractors

Prepare procurement cost benchmarks and market assessments

Support EPC vendorselection and contract award recommendations.

Review EPC contracts, supply agreements, and framework agreements from technical and commercial perspectives.

Coordinate with Legal Team on EPC contract negotiations, and commercial risk allocation.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with:

Module Manufacturers

EPC Contractors

BoS Vendors

Consultants

Independent Engineers

Act as primary interface for supplier negotiations and issue resolution.





Support cross-functional coordination between procurement, engineering, finance, asset management, and project execution teams.

Project Execution Support

Monitor manufacturing and delivery schedules for critical equipment.

Coordinate logistics and site delivery planning.

Support project teams in resolving vendor-related issues during execution.

Track key procurement milestones and ensure timely material availability.

Regulatory & Compliance

Ensure procurement compliance with

ALMM Requirements

MNRE Guidelines

BIS Standards

IEC Standards

Internal Procurement Policies

Support audits and maintain procurement documentation.

Ensure supplier adherence to ESG and HSSE requirements.

Internal Stakeholder Management

Finance & Investment Team

Provide CAPEX assumptions and procurement inputs for financial models.

Engineering & Technical Team

Finalization of technical specifications and equipment selection.

Asset Management Team

Long-term O&M; and lifecycle requirement assessment.

HSSE Team

Vendor qualification and compliance reviews.

Legal Team

Contract negotiations and documentation support.

Project Management Team

Procurement scheduling and execution support.

External Stakeholder Management

Solar Module Manufacturers

EPC Contractors

BoS Equipment Suppliers

Independent Engineers

Technical Consultants

Government Authorities & Regulatory Agencies

Inspection Agencies

Logistics Partners

Solar Module Procurement

Solar EPC Procurement

Utility Scale Solar Projects

Renewable Energy Supply Chain

Key Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Vendor Management

Techno-Commercial Evaluation

Solar Module Procurement

BoS Procurement

EPC Tendering

Cost Optimization

Supply Chain Management

Renewable Energy Market Intelligence

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

📌 Executive Commercial (Fixed Term Contract - 1 Year ) (Mumbai)
🏢 Apraava Renewable Energy
📍 Mumbai