Manager - Procurement

Larsen & Toubro Limited; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleStrong is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager for Solar/BESS EPC projects to lead end-to-end procurement, vendor management, and logistics. You will optimize inventory, negotiate with suppliers, and develop cost-saving strategies while ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with safety standards.

With 10+ years in supply chain roles, you will mentor a team, monitor market trends, and align procurement activities with project timelines and budgets across regional solar initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, engineering, business administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in BESS, solar, renewable energy, or EPC.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (CSCP, CPSM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage procurement processes for solar equipment, materials, and services required for projects.
• Negotiate and establish relationships with suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards.
• Monitor the global solar market to identify new suppliers, emerging trends, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the logistics, transportation, and warehousing of solar materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with project managers to align supply chain operations with project timelines.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend strategies to reduce supply chain costs without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance and training to ensure high performance.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Logistics

Inventory control

Cost optimization

Leadership

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Eng / BA

Job description

Bachelor Of Electrical Engineering (BEE)

Job Description

Procurement Manager - BESS will oversee and optimize the end-to-end supply chain processes within our Solar/BESS EPC projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of procurement strategies, vendor management, and inventory control specific to the solar energy industry. You will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement and delivery of materials, components, and services necessary to meet project timelines and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management:

• Lead and manage procurement processes for solar equipment, materials, and services required for projects.
• Negotiate and establish relationships with suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards.
• Monitor the global solar market to identify new suppliers, emerging trends, and cost-saving opportunities.

Logistics and Delivery Coordination:

• Oversee the logistics, transportation, and warehousing of solar materials and equipment.
• Ensure timely delivery of all required components to project sites, while managing transportation costs and risks.
• Coordinate with project managers to align supply chain operations with project timelines.

Vendor and Supplier Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery.
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and resolve any issues related to delays, quality, or costs.

Inventory and Stock Control:

• Manage inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock is available for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Implement inventory optimization techniques to minimize excess stock and associated costs.

Cost Optimization:

• Continuously evaluate and recommend strategies to reduce supply chain costs without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
• Monitor and manage the budget for procurement and supply chain activities.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, such as material shortages, transportation delays, or price volatility.
• Develop contingency plans to ensure the uninterrupted supply of critical project materials.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance and training to ensure high performance.
• Set clear performance goals and metrics for team members, conducting regular evaluations.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards related to procurement, logistics, and safety.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, with a strong preference for experience in the BESS, solar, renewable energy, or EPC industries.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g. CSCP, CPSM).