DGM/GM - Procurement (Utility projects)

About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Procurement professional to manage end-to-end procurement for utility-scale renewable energy projects, primarily Solar PV, BESS and associated BoS, Substation, Transmission and Civil packages.The role will drive strategic sourcing, supplier development, commercial negotiations, contract management, cost optimisation and timely material delivery in line with project budgets and execution milestones. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of renewable energy supply chains, solar project components, electrical systems and EPC/BoS procurement.How you will contribute:Strategic Procurement: Lead procurement for Solar, BESS and renewable energy packages including Modules, Inverters, Transformers, HT/LT Panels, Cables, SCADA, Trackers/MMT, Substation, Transmission and Civil works.Sourcing & Negotiation: Identify, evaluate and onboard suppliers; negotiate pricing, delivery, payment terms, warranties and contractual conditions.Cost Optimisation: Drive cost savings through competitive sourcing, market benchmarking, value engineering and commercial optimisation.Supplier & Contract Management: Manage supplier performance, contracts, amendments, claims, variations, warranties, LDs and BGs.Quality & Compliance: Ensure materials meet approved specifications, quality standards and applicable statutory requirements.Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, Construction, Finance, Legal and Quality teams to resolve issues and support timely project execution.Market Intelligence: Track market trends, commodity prices, technology developments and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities and mitigate supply-chain risks.Ideal Skills for this role include:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil) is mandatory.10+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in Renewable Energy, Solar or Power Infrastructure.Strong experience in strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations and contract management.BESS / Battery procurement experience will be an added advantage. Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation and supplier-management skills.Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and procurement practices.Proficiency in ERP/SAP procurement systems and MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.Excellent communication, stakeholder-management and problem-solving abilities.