Senior Manager Capex

Job Description: Senior Manager – CAPEX & MRO

Location: GAVL – Head Office, Mumbai

Department: Central Buying Organization (CBO)

Reporting To: Head – Central Buying Organization

The Category Lead – CAPEX & MRO plays a crucial role in ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement for all capital and maintenance requirements in Animal Feed business of Godrej Agrovet Ltd. As GAVL continues to invest in Greenfield projects, capacity expansions, automation upgrades, and modernization, this role serves as key driver of business growth, operational reliability and cost efficiency.

Role Summary

To lead and manage the procurement of CAPEX projects, engineering spares, and consumables with a strong focus on developing optimal sourcing strategies, ensuring robust vendor performance, and aligning with cost, quality, and delivery benchmarks. In this role, the incumbent will lead a team of experienced buyers in collaboration with business heads, technical, project, legal and finance teams to drive strategic , technology-led procurement, and vendor performance management in order to achieve business results.

Key Deliverables

1. CAPEX Procurement & Project Sourcing

• Develop and execute CAPEX procurement strategies for Greenfield, Expansion, and Modernization projects (Domestic & Imports).
• Identify and source Plant & Machinery, Civil, PEB, MEP, Firefighting Systems, Utilities, HVAC, Miscellaneous works like insulation, painting, site enabling works and other engineering packages.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing process – from RFQ, bid evaluation, techno-commercial negotiation, and contracting to project closeout. Define and negotiate supply agreements, warranties, performance guarantees, and payment terms.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure on-time delivery against project milestones.
• Conduct budget vs. actual analyses and propose cost-optimization actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and statutory obligations. Drive vendor standardization and prequalification frameworks for major categories.
• Design SOP for strengthening existing processes as well as new procurement processes.

2.Engineering Spares & MRO Procurement

• Manage the complete spend of Engineering Spares and MRO items to ensure equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency across all manufacturing facilities. Key categories includes Mechanical Spares, Electrical & Instrumentation, Automation & Controls, Utilities & Process Spares, Consumables & Tools, Civil & Structural Maintenance, Safety & Environment etc
• Lead and mentor team of experienced buyers to excel in functional and overall business KPIs.
• Develop category strategies, standardizing procurement practices, and driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and localization initiatives in close coordination with maintenance, engineering, and regional procurement teams
• Establish framework agreements and rate contracts for recurring MRO categories to enhance sourcing efficiency
• Ensure on-time availability through forecasting and coordination with maintenance teams.
• Support inventory optimization through collaboration with stores and operations.
• Travel extensively for market research, strategic vendor development, local vendor identification, etc. for selected categories of high value spares.

3.Technology & Systems Enablement

• Leverage SAP for all procurement activities including POs, LOIs, GRNs, and analytics.
• Deploy e-procurement platforms for RFX management and Reverse/Forward Auctions for transparency and competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain digital dashboards for spend analytics, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs
• Innovate and implement AI-driven analytics for predictive sourcing and performance tracking

4.Vendor Development, Evaluation & Performance Measurement

• Identify, qualify, and develop strategic suppliers for domestic and imported CAPEX & MRO spend
• Establish vendor evaluation systems covering quality, delivery, financial stability, and innovation.
• Maintain supplier scorecards aligned with KPIs and SLAs.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews, corrective action tracking, and audits.

1. Import Operations & Logistics Management

• Oversee import procurement ensuring compliance with Customs, DGFT, and port regulations.
• Liaise with Customs House Agents (CHAs) for documentation, Bill of Entry, and duty payments.
• Engage Freight Forwarders and Transporters for cost-effective international/domestic logistics.
• Optimize freight contracts, incoterms, and shipping schedules to reduce lead times and costs.
• Coordinate with finance for import documentation, duty refunds, and compliance reporting.

6.Performance Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Develop procurement dashboards and MIS tracking savings, lead time, and supplier KPIs.
• Present monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports to management.
• Lead efficiency, process improvement, and compliance initiatives using industry benchmarks
• Ensure timely closure of audit findings and continuous process enhancements.
• Conduct training and capability-building programs for procurement teams.

Qualification & Experience

• Education – B. E. / B. Tech in Mechanical engineering/Electrical/Civil; MBA (preferred).
• Experience: 8-10 years of experience, including a minimum of 3 years of team leadership experience in CAPEX procurement within large manufacturing organizations.
• Proven experience in sourcing Civil contracts, mechanical, electrical and utility etc packages
• Thorough Knowledge of Import procedures, documentation & at least 3 years of experience in handling imports and dealing with CHAs at multiple ports across India (including road ports).
• Adept at using Reverse & Forward Auction platforms and other tech solutions to drive efficiency.
• Greenfield Projects experience is a must.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong capability in scenario analysis and data-driven decision-making
• Strong Interpersonal skills for leading/driving cross-functional initiatives and issue resolutions
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to ensure consistent alignment and transparency with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates a high sense of responsibility and accountability, ensuring time-bound execution and measurable results