Procurement / Category Manager (Offshore Infrastructure)

Senior Buyer / SCM Specialist – Offshore SubcontractsLocation: Mumbai, India (On-site)Organization: Global Offshore EPC LeaderKey ResponsibilitiesPackage Sourcing & Subcontracts: Take complete ownership of end-to-end purchasing, package sourcing, and subcontracts administration for heavy EPC offshore ventures.Tendering & Evaluation: Structure comprehensive RFQs/RFPs; partner with Engineering, Quality Control, and Expediting divisions to drive thorough technical and commercial bid reviews.Commercial Closing & Terms: Steer complex vendor negotiations, establish clear scope demarcation, finalize contract terms, and secure cost optimization through active value engineering.Supplier Development: Build, screen, and retain a dependable vendor base; track supplier deliverables against target schedules, QA/QC standards, and contractual milestones.Execution & Delivery: Prevent operational delays by tracking package manufacturing progress and ensuring seamless, on-budget equipment delivery to fabrication sites.Specialized Product CategoriesAutomation & Control: DCS, ESD systems, PLCs, and SCADA infrastructureMechanical & Piping: Industrial Valves, Piping Assemblies, and Heavy Mechanical UnitsFacility Utilities: HVAC Systems, Specialty Packages, and Non-Process EquipmentCandidate PrerequisitesIndustry Background: 5 to 15 years within SCM, sourcing, or subcontract handling in Offshore Energy, Petrochemical, Hydrocarbon, Refinery, or Industrial EPC sectors.Academic Criteria: Consistent First Class / First Division across all academic levels (10th, 12th, and Degree/Diploma). Must have an unbroken educational track record with zero academic gaps.Core Competencies: Strong command over commercial risk assessment, multi-vendor coordination, package expediting, and contract negotiation under strict project deadlines.