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Job Description: Analyst – Procurement (Capex)

Position Details:

• Job Title: Analyst – Procurement (Capex)
• Experience: 3–5 Years
• Qualification:
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
• Material management qualifications are an added advantage.
• Function: Indirect-Capex Procurement
• Location: Pune

Key Responsibilities:

1. Capex Procurement Management:
• Execute procurement activities for plant machinery, fabrication, contract management, civil work, insulation, and bought outs required for Capex projects in a multi-plant environment.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals, focusing on cost savings, timely delivery, and quality standards.
• Apply the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concept to evaluate lifecycle costs and drive value in procurement decisions.
2. Stakeholder Management:
• Work closely with Category Lead to deliver on KPIs.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including plant operations, engineering, construction, finance, and project management teams, to understand and meet project-specific requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships across multiple plants and departments to ensure smooth execution of procurement activities in a dynamic, multi-plant environment.
3. Negotiation Excellence:
• Lead high-value negotiations with suppliers and contractors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Leverage market intelligence and cost analysis to meet savings targets and drive procurement efficiencies.
4. Vendor Development & Management:
• Identify, develop, and onboard reliable vendors for Capex procurement categories, including plant machinery, fabrication, civil works, and insulation.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery standards.
• Foster long-term partnerships with local and alternative vendors to ensure a diverse and competitive supplier base.
5. Sourcing Project Management & Reverse Auctions:
• Manage sourcing projects using advanced procurement platforms.
• Knowledge of e-sourcing tools like Ivalua or SAP Ariba is an added advantage.
• Conduct reverse auctions and implement innovative sourcing strategies to achieve cost optimization and procurement transparency.
6. Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal, statutory, and internal governance policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support audits, internal reviews, and procurement transparency.
7. Order Management & Delivery:
• Finalize offers, release purchase orders, and manage end-to-end procurement processes to ensure timely delivery of Capex items.
• Monitor delivery schedules and resolve any supply chain issues to meet project deadlines.
8. Communication & Reporting:
• Exhibit excellent communication skills to manage stakeholders effectively, resolve conflicts, and articulate procurement strategies to senior management.
• Prepare and present procurement reports, including cost-saving achievements, vendor performance, and project progress, to relevant stakeholders.
9. Knowledge & Data Management:
• Build and maintain a data repository of market intelligence, supplier capabilities, and emerging trends in Capex procurement.
• Use data-driven insights to refine procurement strategies and optimize supplier performance.

Technical Skills Requirements:

• Mandatory:
• Proficiency in SAP for procurement and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concept.
• Preferred (Added Advantage):
• Knowledge of e-sourcing platforms like Ivalua or SAP Ariba.
• Experience in managing sourcing projects and conducting reverse auctions.
• Proven expertise in handling Capex procurement for plant machinery, fabrication, civil works, and bought-outs.

Key Competencies:

• Negotiation Skills: Ability to lead high-value negotiations to achieve savings targets and secure advantageous terms.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong collaboration skills to manage diverse stakeholders across multiple plants and departments.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to engage with suppliers, stakeholders, and leadership effectively.
• Analytical Thinking: Expertise in cost estimation, market analysis, and supplier evaluation to drive strategic procurement decisions.
• Multi-Plant Coordination: Ability to manage procurement activities across a multi-plant environment while meeting project-specific timelines and requirements.
• Sourcing & E-Procurement: Familiarity with e-sourcing tools like Ivalua or SAP Ariba for sourcing projects and reverse auctions is an added advantage.
• Compliance & Governance: In-depth understanding of procurement best practices, compliance requirements, and audit processes.