Position: Procurement Specialist
Location: India
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Structure: Reports primarily to the Head of System Project Delivery (SPD) with functional dotted-line alignment to the Global Procurement Manager.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end operational procurement, sourcing, and supply chain compliance for complex engineering projects and operations. This role is responsible for driving timely, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of engineering goods and services within a global industrial framework.
Key Responsibilities
1. Procurement Operations & Order Management
Oversee the end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle in SAP/ERP-including PO creation, release management, delivery tracking, expediting, and formal closure.
Ensure on-time delivery of critical engineering materials and services through rigorous, proactive supplier follow-up.
Handle invoice verification and collaborate with Finance to resolve quantity, pricing, and terms discrepancies.
2. Sourcing & Supplier Management
Support Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes, commercial evaluations, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.
Serve as the primary operational liaison for suppliers, facilitating smooth onboarding, performance monitoring, and relationship management.
3. Compliance & Regulatory Documentation
Solicit, track, and maintain supplier declarations, material certificates, and quality documentation.
Ensure adherence to global compliance standards, including Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), export control regulations, trade embargoes, dangerous goods handling, and transparency requirements.
4. Project Delivery & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Provide end-to-end procurement support to active projects, aligning closely with project milestones and execution schedules.
Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Project Management, and Finance teams.
5. Systems & Process Governance
Maintain accurate supplier master data, pricing agreements, lead times, and procurement parameters in SAP.
Actively contribute to procurement process optimization, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Profile & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of direct procurement or supply chain management experience, ideally within an industrial, manufacturing, EPC, or project-driven environment.
Systems Proficiency: Mandatory hands-on expertise in SAP (MM module), Microsoft Dynamics Navision, or an equivalent enterprise ERP system.
Technical & Commercial Acumen: Strong background in commercial negotiations, contract terms, expediting, Incoterms, and international logistics.
Core Competencies & Skills
Operational Rigor: Strong capability in expediting, priority setting, and problem-solving in fast-paced project environments.
Integrity & Trust: High standard of business ethics, transparency, and accountability.
Stakeholder Management: Proven track record in coordinating effectively with cross-functional internal teams and international external vendors.
Quality & HSE Awareness: Dedication to continuous improvement, safety policies, and regulatory compliance.
Working Conditions & Role Specifics
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally based on operational and supplier audit requirements.
Flexibility to support extended hours when critical project delivery milestones dictate.
Physical capability to inspect equipment and materials on-site, in full compliance with local Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards.
Candidate will be required to meet relevant HSE certifications and undergo standard security/background checks.