Assistant Procurement Manager

ARISE IIP; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ARISE IIP in India invites an Assistant Manager, Procurement to lead end-to-end procurement for CAPEX and OPEX across industrial parks, port infrastructure, IT equipment, cybersecurity, software licenses, utilities and project materials. You will drive cost optimization, ensure timely delivery, supplier performance and compliance with DOA, SLAs and company policies.

The role requires 6-8 years in infrastructure procurement, strong vendor development, SAP MM experience, and excellence in

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of procurement experience in infrastructure, EPC, industrial projects, ports, logistics, manufacturing or industrial parks.
• Hands-on experience in global/strategic sourcing, contract management, vendor development and import procurement.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP MM; strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs, evaluate bids, negotiate terms, finalize contracts and ensure DOA/SLA compliance.
• Procure机械 and electrical equipment, IT hardware, software licenses, utilities, ports operations and project materials.
• Coordinate with logistics and project teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance with procurement policies and governance.
• Monitor supplier performance, procurement KPIs and vendor service levels; drive cost optimization and value engineering.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Vendor development

ERP SAP MM

Negotiation

Excel

Tools

SAP MM

Job description

Job Description Assistant Manager, Procurement (ARISE IIP)

Role Summary

Manage end-to-end procurement for CAPEX and OPEX requirements across industrial parks, port infrastructure, timber, IT equipment, cybersecurity solutions, software and design licenses, utilities, O&M spares, logistics, construction projects, and other operational requirements. Ensure cost optimization, quality, timely delivery, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies and procurement governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs, evaluate bids, negotiate commercial terms, finalize contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Manage procurement for mechanical and electrical equipment, IT hardware, cybersecurity solutions, software and design licenses, utilities, port operations, and infrastructure projects.
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and manage domestic and international suppliers to establish a reliable and competitive vendor base.
• Procure MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) items, plant equipment, industrial consumables, project materials, and other operational requirements.
• Coordinate with logistics and project teams to ensure the timely delivery of materials and services for ongoing projects and business operations.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, procurement KPIs, and vendor service levels to drive continuous improvement.
• Drive cost optimization, value engineering, strategic sourcing, and process improvement initiatives while ensuring value for money.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, HSE standards, and applicable statutory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, projects, finance, logistics, operations, and other cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
• Create, book, and release Purchase Orders (POs) manual or in the ERP/SAP system, ensuring accuracy and timely processing, and obtain formal acceptance and acknowledgment from vendors/contractors to confirm commercial terms, delivery schedules, and contractual commitments
• Maintain procurement records, purchase orders, contracts, and supplier documentation using ERP systems, preferably SAP (SAP MM), ensuring data accuracy, reporting, and process compliance.
• Utilize ERP/SAP for procurement planning, purchase requisitions, purchase order processing, goods receipt tracking, invoice reconciliation, and procurement reporting.

Preferred Experience

• 6-8 years of procurement experience in infrastructure, EPC, industrial projects, ports, logistics, manufacturing, or industrial parks.
• Hands-on experience in global sourcing, strategic sourcing, contract management, vendor development, import procurement, and commercial negotiations.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP (SAP MM module),
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other procurement reporting tools.