
Section Head-E&I
- Vadodara, Gujarat
- Permanent
- Full-time
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: Section Head / Project Procurement Manager (PPM)
Project: Gas to Power EPC Project.Job Purpose:To lead the procurement and strategic sourcing of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) equipment and services for a Gas to Power project, with a focus on best-cost country sourcing (BCCS), supplier development, and timely project execution.Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing & BCCS
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for E&I packages with a focus on best-cost countries (e.g., India, China, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe).
- Conduct global market analysis to identify cost-effective and technically compliant suppliers.
- Drive supplier localization and cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality or schedule.
- Procurement Execution
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities including RFQs, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards for E&I systems such as transformers, switchgear, control panels, instrumentation, and cabling.
- Ensure alignment with project timelines, technical specifications, and budget constraints.
- Supplier & Order Management
- Build and maintain a robust supplier base with a focus on performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Draft and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with commercial, legal, and technical terms.
- Mitigate procurement risks through proactive planning and stakeholder engagement.
- Reporting & Compliance
- Maintain accurate procurement dashboards and reports to support audits and client reviews.
- Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies, systems (SAP, Ariba), and documentation standards.
- Team Leadership & Development
- Mentor and guide project buyers, expeditors, and junior procurement staff.
- Foster a collaborative and performance-driven procurement culture.
- Cost Control & Value Engineering
- Track procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on key procurement KPIs.
- Support value engineering and lifecycle cost analysis initiatives.
- Flexibility
- Responsibilities are not limited to the above and may evolve based on project needs and organizational requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Instrumentation, Supply Chain, or related field.
- 18–25 years of procurement experience in EPC or Gas to Power projects, with at least 3 years in a lead buyer or sourcing role.
- Proven experience in best-cost country sourcing and international supplier development.
- Familiarity with global trade regulations, Incoterms, and logistics.
- GCC project procurement experience will be an advantage, especially with clients such as Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, KOC, or PDO.
- Willingness to travel or relocate based on project requirements.
- Strong negotiation and global sourcing skills.
- Technical understanding of E&I systems and specifications.
- Strategic thinking and cost analysis.
- ERP proficiency (SAP, Ariba) and MS Office Suite.
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities.