Associate Manager - Techno Commercial

Adani Group; India; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a procurement professional with 5–10 years of vendor management and procurement experience. The role focuses on techno-commercial strategy, PR reviews, bidding, and supplier evaluation within the Jharkhand site.

You will coordinate SAP vendor creation, BBUs, and ensure timely, compliant procurement across business units. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in vendor management and procurement.
• Ability to review PRs, conduct negotiations and supplier evaluations.
• Data analysis skills to track procurement performance.

Responsibilities

• Understand techno-commercial strategy and implement group-wide initiatives.
• Review approved PRs and gather missing information for correctness.
• Identify procurement method, stock availability, and delivery timelines.
• Participate in vendor selection, evaluation criteria, and bidding processes.
• Evaluate technical and commercial bids; prepare notes for approval.
• Prepare RFI and RFP documents; organize pre-bid meetings.
• Prepare contracts, maintain records and ensure procurement compliance.
• Create SAP vendor codes and handle BBUs for finance records.
• Address vendor or stakeholder queries during delivery expediting.
• Prepare change orders/amendments and support contract closures.
• Manage inbound logistics and contingency plans.
• Collaborate with new vendors for documentation and evaluation.
• Develop vendor segmentation and performance evaluation criteria.

Skills

Vendor management

Procurement analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/supply chain

Job description

Understand the Techno-Commercial strategy and implement Group-wideorCPO specific and BU specific strategic initiatives as per plan.

Assist in reviewing approved PR from user departments; seek additional information if required for correctness and completeness of PR.

Identify the type and method of procurement (e.g., normal vs. emergency PR, stocks available, availability of rate contract, value, delivery timeline).

Participate in the selection of bidding processes, preparation of vendor selection approach, and vendor evaluation criteria.

Evaluate technical and commercial bids, conduct fact-based negotiations, and prepare Notes for Approval (NFA) for selected bidders.

Prepare the request for information (RFI) and request for proposal (RFP) documents.

Identify potential bidders and organize pre-bid meetings to ensure a competitive and transparent bidding process.

Prepare contract documents, maintain records, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations.

Prepare Business Bill Upload (BBU) and get it uploaded in SAP to maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and facilitate efficient financial management.

Address, resolve, or re-allocate queries raised by vendors or internal stakeholders during delivery expediting.

Prepare change ordersoramendments in orders and facilitate contract closures.

Manage inbound logistics services and execute contingency plans as needed.

Coordinate with new vendors to obtain necessary documents for evaluation.

Prepare vendor evaluation criteria and update the approved vendor list in coordination with Vendor Development Lead.

Populate data and documents into the system to create vendor codes in SAP.

Prepare vendor segmentation matrix and performance evaluation criteria along with Vendor Development Team.

Data Analytics:

Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to procurement activities.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and value through data analysis.

Contribute to action planning and implementation based on data analytics.

Identify procurement risks using master lists, supply market analysis, and risk registers.

Evaluate and prioritize risks based on likelihood, impact, and controllability.

Contribute to the preparation of risk mitigation plans and update category risk registers.

Leverage digital tools for real-time tracking of purchase orders and supplier performance, improving operational visibility and decision-making.

Integrate digital solutions for efficient inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing procurement-related delays.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

Projects team

Finance & Accounts team

Key Stakeholders - External

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field

Work Experience (Range of years):

5-10 years of experience in vendor management and procurement.

Job Info

• Job Identification 58875
• Job Category Procurement
• Posting Date 09/24/2026, 11:37 AM
• Locations 2nd Floor, Above Canara Bank, Magadh Complex, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, 825301, IN
• Apply Before 03/31/2027, 11:37 AM
• Job Schedule Full time

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