Associate Lead - Procurement

Adani; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani is seeking an experienced procurement leader in Hyderabad to drive strategic sourcing for electrical, mechanical, and civil infrastructure commodities. You will align procurement with business goals, optimize costs, manage supplier performance, and collaborate across Techno Commercial and project teams.

The role requires 6–10 years of relevant experience, a engineering degree (or higher), and a preferred professional certification in procurement or supply chain.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in procurement of electrical, mechanical or civil commodities for infrastructure projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Master's degree is required.
• Professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead cost-reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth procurement processes.
• Maintain supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on procurement best practices.
• Stay updated on industry trends to inform strategies and decisions.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement performance and cost savings.
• Champion a digital mindset and leverage AI advancements to enhance competitiveness.

Skills

Procurement

Cost optimization

Supplier relationship mgmt

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Job description

Implement procurement strategies that support company goals. Ensure alignment with overall business objectives.

Cost Management:

Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive initiatives to reduce procurement expenses. Implement strategies to optimize procurement costs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth procurement processes and integration with other business functions.

Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and conduct regular performance reviews. Address and resolve any supplier issues.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Monitor adherence to standards and regulations.

Management Insights:

Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on procurement best practices and strategic decisions.

Stay updated on industry trends and market conditions. Use this knowledge to inform procurement strategies and decisions.

Reporting:

Prepare and present reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and other key metrics to senior management.

Champions a digital mindset within the organization to drive innovation and competitiveness. Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Techno Commercial teams -HO
• Internal teams
• Cross Functional Teams
• Project Managers

Key Stakeholders - External:

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Master's degree

Work Experience:

6-10 years of experience in procurement of electrical/mechanical/civil commodities of infrastructure projects

Certification:

Professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 49011
• Job Category Procurement
• Posting Date 09/30/2026, 09:02 AM