Purchase – Sourcing & Vendor Management

We are looking for an experienced Purchase professional with strong expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor development, procurement planning, and commercial negotiations. The role will focus on developing a reliable vendor base while ensuring cost competitiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

• Manage vendor registration, qualification, onboarding, and development.
  
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new vendors based on business requirements.
  
• Conduct vendor performance evaluation covering quality, cost, delivery, and compliance.
  
• Drive strategic sourcing across various procurement categories.
  
• Lead commercial negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and favourable terms.
  
• Prepare and execute procurement plans based on operational and project requirements.
  
• Develop alternate sources to reduce supply risks and vendor dependency.
  
• Drive cost optimization through sourcing, negotiation, and supplier development.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and drive continuous improvement.
  
• Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Operations, and other stakeholders for procurement requirements.
  

Experience in sourcing/procurement of:

• Excavators, Loaders, Dozers, Tippers & Dumpers
  
• Slag Pot Handling Equipment & Grab Buckets
  
• Conveyors, Crushers & Screens
  
• DG Sets, Motors & Pumps
  
• Fabrication Items
  
• Electrical Components
  
• Heavy Machinery Spares & Industrial Consumables
  

• 8+ years of relevant experience in Strategic Procurement / Sourcing / Vendor Management.
  
• B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical or relevant Engineering discipline.
  
• Strong experience in vendor development, sourcing, negotiation, and procurement planning.
  
• Good knowledge of cost optimization and supplier performance management.
  
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.