Company Description Chowgule Lavgan Shiprepair Pvt Ltd operates an ultra-modern shipyard on the West Coast of India, approximately 70 nautical miles from Bombay High. The company is part of the Chowgule group, a 100-year-old enterprise with a robust presence in commercial shipbuilding and repair. The shipyard specializes in defence ship repairs for the Indian Coast Guard and Indian Navy, rig repairs, and EPC construction projects.

Core services include dry docking, refit, conversion, fabrication, and load-out, offering a comprehensive range of solutions for maritime clients. The work environment combines long-standing industry experience with modern infrastructure and technology.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role based in Ratnagiri for the Head of Procurement Subcontracting & Stores in a shipyard, shipbuilding, and shiprepair environment. The role involves leading and overseeing all procurement activities related to materials, equipment, and subcontracted services for shipbuilding, shiprepair, and associated projects.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor and subcontractor relationships, and ensuring timely availability of quality materials and services within budget. The role also requires supervising stores operations, including inventory control, material receipt, storage, issuance, and stock optimization.



The Head of Procurement Subcontracting & Stores will collaborate closely with project, engineering, production, and finance teams to align procurement plans with project schedules, resolve supply issues, and support cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

- Robust supplier management and supplier evaluation skills, with experience in building and maintaining strategic vendor and subcontractor networks.
- Proficiency in procurement and purchasing processes, including planning, sourcing, order management, and cost control.
- Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, including drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Experience in shipyard, shipbuilding, or shiprepair procurement and stores management, including technical understanding of marine materials and equipment.
- Ability to lead and develop a procurement and stores team, with strong people management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Solid knowledge of inventory management systems, ERP or procurement software, and basic financial principles related to budgeting and cost analysis.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, commerce, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification or professional certification in supply chain or procurement is an advantage.

📌 Head of Procurement Subcontracting & Stores - Shipyard / Shipbuilding / Shiprepair (Ratnagiri)
🏢 Chowgule Lavgan Shiprepair
📍 Ratnagiri