Manager - Techno Commercial

Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify and source vendors for materials, equipment, spares, consumables, and services.
• Float RFQs/RFPs and obtain competitive quotations from approved suppliers.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-effective procurement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a robust vendor database.

Techno-Commercial Evaluation

• Coordinate with technical stakeholders for specification finalization.
• Perform technical and commercial bid evaluations.
• Prepare comparative statements (CSTs) and recommendation notes.
• Analyze vendor proposals considering quality, delivery schedules, compliance, and commercial terms.

Negotiation & Contracting

• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranty clauses, and contractual conditions.
• Finalize purchase orders and service contracts.
• Ensure procurement achieves targeted cost savings and commercial benefits.

Vendor Management

• Monitor vendor performance related to quality, delivery, and service.
• Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers.
• Resolve supplier issues and escalations.

Purchase Order Management

• Create and release purchase orders in SAP/ERP systems.
• Track order status and expedite deliveries where required.
• Coordinate with stores, users, finance, and vendors for smooth execution.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies and audit requirements.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, vendor documents, and approvals.
• Support internal and external audits.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Stores, Finance, and Project teams.
• Ensure timely availability of critical materials and services.

Qualification:

• B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Chemical) preferred.
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, or Materials Management will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 5-14 years of experience in techno-commercial procurement.
• Experience in Power Plant, Energy, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, or Heavy Industry preferred.
• Exposure to SAP/ERP-based procurement processes.