We are Hiring a highly skilled and energetic Procurement Specialist with 10-12 years of experience in Supply Chain and Purchasing functions preferably in Operations related procurement . The ideal candidate should possess in-depth knowledge of procurement processes, stakeholder and vendor management, and hands-on experience with SAP and ARIBA platforms. The successful candidate will have relevant experience in managing Annual Maintenance contracts , manpower contracts, procurement of MEP items and other indirect procurement. Strategic Sourcing:
• Procurement for Data Centre Operation function, Majorly for Opex spends.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers through thorough market research and analysis.
• Validate procurement requirements and initiate RFQ/RFP tender processes through ARIBA.
• Conduct cost comparisons and arrive at target pricing.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to optimize supply chain efficiency and drive cost savings.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align procurement solutions with business goals.
• Work closely with user functions and teams from project inception to make SCM-based recommendations impacting deliverables.
• Engage early with stakeholders to ensure correct vendor selection, commercial models.
• Monitor Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance of key project suppliers.
• Identify and mitigate risks by developing alternate supplier plans.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing contracts and supplier relationships.




• Lead successful cost reduction and process improvement projects. Negotiation & Contracting:
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Oversee contract drafting, review, and execution to ensure compliance with legal and company policies. Governance & Compliance:
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance; address issues proactively.
• Strictly adhering to the Purchase policy and guidelines laid down by organization .
• Participate actively in internal and external audits ensuring zero non-compliance.
• Adhere strictly to Delegation of Purchase Authority (DOP/DOA) for all purchase orders and procurement decisions. Key Skills
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• BE Mech/Electrical with 10-12 years relevant Experience in Procurement in Relevant industry Preferably Real estate Developers, Data Centre, Manufacturing / Large Infra companies
• Relevant Exp. In SAP , Ariba
• Opex Procurement, Indirect Procurement, MRO, facilities procurement, Service contracts, MEP items, AMC/ARC Management, Vendor Management and Cost Optimization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Expert in Excel / Microsoft power point
• Exp in Power BI shall be added advantage
• Ability to communicate with Impact and engage effectively with stakeholder.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Communication and Listening
• Collaboration and Teamwork

📌 Manager Opex Procurement (Mumbai)
🏢 Rainbow HR Consulting
📍 Mumbai