Analyst Indirect Procurement

Job Id: 11837

City:
Pune, Maharashtra, India

Department: Procurement

Function: SCM

Employee Type: Permanent Full Time

Seniority Level: Associate

Description:

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:

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.