Job Description

:Definition: Solution PurchaserManage operationally the end-to-end Solution Supply Chain in the country, including Sourcing/Purchasing/ Logistics.Drive the performance of Supply Chain organization for Project execution centers / Application Centers / Service Operations for the country, enabling the profitable project and service business growth.(What is the expected contributions of the position to the results of the organization)Key Point Indicators / Responsibilities:xc2xb7 Responsible for Purchasing and Cost Estimating Activities During Tendering & Execution Phases:xc3x98 Take charge of all purchasing and cost estimating activities throughout the tendering and execution stages of projects to ensure seamless and cost-effective operations.xc2xb7 Create and Implement Best Practice Purchasing Vision, Strategy, Policies, Processes, and Procedures:xc2xb7 Develop and execute a comprehensive purchasing vision, strategy, and policies to enhance business performance and ensure alignment with operational needs and objectives.xc2xb7 Ensure Purchasing Strategies and Processes Align with Business Objectives:xc3x98 Establish purchasing strategies and processes that align with business objectives, focusing on price, quality, and delivery targets to enhance the company's competitiveness in the market.xc2xb7 Evaluate Challenges and Mitigate Risks:xc3x98 Identify and assess challenges faced by the business, take proactive measures to mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities to drive sustainable growth and success.xc2xb7 Contribute to Overall Business Strategy and Budgeting:xc3x98 Play a pivotal role in contributing to the overall business strategy and annual budgeting process to ensure that purchasing activities are aligned with broader organizational goals.xc2xb7 Ownership of Purchasing Policy and Guidelines:xc3x98 Take ownership of the purchasing policy, guidelines, and associated documents, ensuring clarity, compliance, and relevance to the evolving business landscape.xc2xb7 Drive Continuous Improvement in Procurement Processes:xc3x98 Lead the development of creative and innovative procurement processes, including eProcurement, and oversee their implementation to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.xc2xb7 Ensure Compliance and Internal Control Measures:xc3x98 Uphold compliance with the CPP process and internal control measures, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and safeguarding the company's interests.xc2xb7 Margin Improvement and Tendering Support:xc3x98 Focus on margin improvement, exceed set targets, and lead tendering support activities, validating costs, ensuring back-to-back agreements, and sourcing materials as per project requirements.xc2xb7 Supplier and Contractor Relationship Management:xc3x98 Manage relationships with suppliers and contractors at the highest level, fostering strong partnerships and driving mutual growth and success.xc2xb7 Progress Reviews and Sales Targets:xc3x98 Be an active member progress reviews of procurement activities across projects and work towards meeting sales and order targets for the Digital Energy Business.xc2xb7 Negotiations and Expertise in Taxation and International Procurement:o Lead negotiations on high-value packages, possess expertise in GST taxation, high sea sale procedures, SEZ, and international procurement to ensure smooth transactions and compliance.General and Task Managementxc2xb7 Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers.xc2xb7 Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriatexc2xb7 Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal termsxc2xb7 Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier powerxc2xb7 Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliersxc2xb7 Develop an overall vendor base which creates and sustains a competitive advantage utilizing global market exploitation, leveraging spends and leveraging technologiesxc2xb7 Develop, implement and maintain a supplier relationship and evaluation process to measure effective supplier performance and compliancexc2xb7 Ensure professional and consistent supplier management is applied across the supply base in line with the purchasing SOP guidancexc2xb7 Work closely with Engineering group to source new and alternative raw materialsFinancial Budget and Controlxc2xb7 Input and hold responsibility for Purchasing and cost estimating budgetsxc2xb7 Manage the budget from source to completion of project.Relationship Managementxc2xb7 Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performancexc2xb7 Work collaboratively, negotiate and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the purchasing strategyxc2xb7 Communicate with stakeholders the impact of market change and potential effects on supply. Recommend solutions without compromising quality or service while optimizing costxc2xb7 Contribute to new business initiatives and projects and review and communicate the impact on Purchasing activitiesEnvironmentalxc2xb7 Review environmental strategies that impact on future ways of operating and ensure implementation where possible - TZCP, ESG, Sustainability, Avetta process.xc2xb7 Review the use of technological systems that support a more environmentally friendly approach.xc2xb7 Review opportunities to be as environmentally friendly as possible.Self-Managementxc2xb7 Resilient, optimistic and open to changexc2xb7 Is self-aware.xc2xb7 Shows moral courage, openness, and honesty in all dealings.xc2xb7 Is confident, assertive, and self-assured.xc2xb7 Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.Skills and Attributes:xc2xb7 Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers.xc2xb7 Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels.xc2xb7 Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.xc2xb7 Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesxc2xb7 Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.
QualificationsQualifications / Experience Levels:Job Related Experience:Engineering degree in Electrical/ Electronics / Mechanical with 8 to 10 years work experience in Procurement. Proven experience in managing sourcing & supply chain operations using supply chain management software, strong Knowledge on SAP, and ORACLExc2xb7 Potential Candidate should have 8 to 10 years of experience in sourcing & Procurement for MEP Projects, EBOP , Renewable energy projects.xc2xb7 Accountable for the assigned product portfolio's total cost & margin management, cost reduction programs and risk mitigation for new products and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.xc2xb7 Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements.xc2xb7 Proven contract management and supplier experiencexc2xb7 Experience of operating and influencing at a strategic levelxc2xb7 In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.xc2xb7 Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).xc2xb7 Building and maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers.xc2xb7 Effective people/interpersonal skills to work with Multiple project teamsxc2xb7 Efficient organization and multi-tasking skills to manage various projects simultaneously, multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.xc2xb7 Cost avoidance, cost reduction and value engineering & Expertise in understanding a product Bill of Material and costing,xc2xb7 Experience in Manufacturing and process improvements to drive cost-down and lead-time improvements, Advanced and outstanding analytical skills, strong problem solving and root cause analysis skillsBusiness UnderstandingProject Procurement in MEP, Power and Industry projects, Renewable energy ProjectsOthers (e.g. language skills, technical skills):Working experience in a Matrix organizationSelf driven & PassionateStrong Technical, Business & Financial KnowledgeFluency in English, HindiStrong Interpersonal Skills,Ability to implement new initiatives.Procurement / Supply related certifications if any will be an added advantage.Schedule: Full-time
Req: 009C06

Schneider Electric