Job Description

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager oversees end-to-end purchasing activities for civil, structural, and infrastructure projects. This includes identifying project needs, sourcing raw materials, negotiating high-value contracts, and managing the supply chain to prevent project delays.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing:

Develop and execute project-specific procurement strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery schedules.

Vendor & Subcontractor Management:

Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers and specialized subcontractors; maintain a qualified vendor database.

Negotiation & Contracting:

Lead negotiations for favorable prices, credit terms, and service levels; manage drafting and review of legal contracts in coordination with legal teams.

Material Planning:

Collaborate with site engineers and project managers to forecast material requirements and ensure on-time delivery of long-lead items.

Cost Control & Budgeting:

Monitor market trends for volatile materials (e.g., steel, fuel) and perform cost analysis to align with project budgets.

Inventory & Logistics:

Oversee warehouse inventory levels and coordinate logistics to ensure materials reach construction sites efficiently.

Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations (e.g., FIDIC, safety standards) and develop risk mitigation plans for supply shortages.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in

Civil Engineering

, Construction Management, or Supply Chain Management; an MBA is often preferred.

Experience:

Typically 5-10+ years of procurement experience specifically within the

construction, EPC, or infrastructure sectors

.

Software Skills:

Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g.,

SAP, Oracle, NetSuite

) and advanced MS Excel for data analysis.

Certifications:

Professional certifications such as

CPSM

(Certified Professional in Supply Management) or

CIPS

(Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) are highly valued.

Key Skills

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of construction materials, specifications, and manufacturing processes.

Negotiation:

Exceptional ability to secure advantageous terms while maintaining long-term supplier partnerships.

Analytical Thinking:

Skills in spend analysis, price forecasting, and performance metric tracking.

Leadership:

Ability to lead a team of buyers and collaborate with cross-functional departments like Finance and Site Engineering.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,130.69 - ₹68,479.68 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance
Work Location: In person