Senior Procurement Specialist

Position: Centralized Techno-Commercial MRO Procurement (Power Plant | Blast Furnace | Rolling Mill | Cold Rolling Mill | Coke Oven)Location: KolkataDepartment: CommercialNo of Vacancy: 1Reporting to: Commercial DirectorRole ObjectiveTo lead centralized techno-commercial procurement of Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) materials and services for an integrated steel & power setup, covering Power Plant, Blast Furnace, Rolling Mill, Cold Rolling Mill, and Coke Oven, with an approximate annual purchase volume of ₹800 Cr. Ensure cost optimization, supplier reliability, and operational continuity through strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor development.Candidate Profile- Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Metallurgy / Industrial Engineering; MBA (Materials / SCM) preferred.- Experience: 18–25 years in large integrated steel / power / heavy engineering industries, with at least 8–10 years in senior techno-commercial procurement leadership roles.- Domain Knowledge:- Strong technical understanding of equipment & spares for Power Plant, Blast Furnace, Rolling Mill, CRM, and Coke Oven.- Proven techno-commercial acumen in vendor development, negotiations, and global sourcing.Skills:- Expertise in centralized procurement strategy and high-value negotiations.- ERP/SAP proficiency, strong analytics, and contract management.- Leadership, influencing skills, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Deliverables / KPIs- Yearly cost savings and procurement efficiency vs. budget.- Reduction in lead time, inventory levels, and working capital.- Vendor performance (quality, delivery, compliance).- Standardization and consolidation of MRO categories.- Plant uptime improvement through timely MRO availability.- Team capability building and knowledge transfer.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Techno-Commercial Procurement- Formulate and execute centralized MRO sourcing strategy ensuring standardization across all plants.- Balance technical specifications with commercial competitiveness to deliver best value.- Drive long-term contracts, rate agreements, and AMC/service agreements with OEMs and strategic suppliers.- Explore global sourcing, localization, and alternate vendor development.Vendor Management & Development- Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on technical capability, quality, and cost efficiency.- Build strong partnerships with critical OEMs, service providers, and global suppliers.- Conduct vendor audits, ensure statutory and ESG compliance.Operational Excellence- Oversee procurement for mechanical spares, electricals, refractory, consumables, lubricants, instruments, and maintenance services.- Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical spares to minimize downtime across plants.- Implement category management and centralized inventory planning in collaboration with site teams.Financial Management- Manage ₹800 Cr annual procurement budget, driving cost savings and spend optimization.- Leverage analytics, TCO (Total Cost of Ownership), and market intelligence to drive negotiations.- Monitor price trends (domestic & international) and hedge supply risks.Process, Policy & Compliance- Establish transparent and compliant procurement processes aligned with corporate governance.- Maximize ERP/SAP utilization, e-tendering, and digital procurement platforms.- Drive continuous improvement and audit readiness.Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement- Lead and mentor centralized procurement team and coordinate with plant maintenance, operations, and finance functions.- Align procurement priorities with business objectives and operational needs.- Represent the procurement function in management reviews and cross-functional committees.