Contracts Specialist

Keka Inc.; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,600,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. in Gurugram seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee procurement and contractual activities for the Solar Business, including contract drafting, review, negotiation, compliance, and risk management.

The role requires deep experience in IPP, Solar EPC, or module manufacturing, strong knowledge of FIDIC, and proven ability to coordinate with legal advisors and stakeholders. You will ensure contracts are clear, legally binding, and aligned with regulatory requirements while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) from a reputed institute.
• LLB qualification is an added advantage.
• ~12 years of procurement and contracts experience in module manufacturing, Solar EPC, or IPP.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts, term sheets, and framework agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes for solar projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, term sheets, and framework agreements for Solar EPC, module supply, and development contracts.
• Review and negotiate commercial and contractual terms and conditions.
• Prepare, edit, and maintain contractual documentation.
• Support the team in identifying, rectifying, and managing contract breaches.
• Draft and process amendments to existing contracts.
• Ensure contractual terms comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Apply a strong understanding of FIDIC and project contracting principles.
• Conduct detailed research and identify project risks in contracts.
• Coordinate with legal advisors and external lawyers on contractual matters.
• Ensure contracts are clear, commercially appropriate, and legally binding.
• Support internal stakeholders on contractual and procurement-related matters.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of contracts and procurement activities.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

FIDIC contracts

Contract drafting/review

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

LLB

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Location: Gurugram, India

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Reporting To: Head – Commercial & Procurement

Travel: Required

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to manage procurement and contractual activities for the Solar Business. The role will be responsible for contract drafting, review, negotiation, compliance, risk management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including legal advisors.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in procurement and contracts within the IPP, Solar EPC, or module manufacturing industry , with a good understanding of FIDIC and commercial contracting practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee procurement processes for solar projects.
• Draft and review contracts, term sheets, and framework agreements for Solar EPC, module supply, and development contracts .
• Review and negotiate commercial and contractual terms and conditions.
• Prepare, edit, and maintain contractual documentation.
• Support the team in identifying, rectifying, and managing contract breaches.
• Draft and process amendments to existing contracts.
• Ensure contractual terms comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Apply a strong understanding of FIDIC and project contracting principles.
• Conduct detailed research and ensure appropriate project risks are identified and addressed in contracts.
• Coordinate with legal advisors and external lawyers on contractual matters.
• Ensure contracts are clear, commercially appropriate, and legally binding.
• Support internal stakeholders on contractual and procurement-related matters.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of contracts and procurement activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager, Contract Specialist, or similar role in an IPP, leading EPC company, or module manufacturing organization.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and contractual procedures.
• Good knowledge of legal procedures, contractual guidelines, and terminology.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts .
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify contractual risks.
• Ability to conduct in-depth research and analyze complex contractual matters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.li>
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Educational Qualifications

• Full-time Bachelor's degree in Engineering , preferably Electrical or Mechanical, from a reputed institute.
• LLB qualification will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Approximately 12 years of relevant experience in procurement and contracts , preferably with a module manufacturing company, Solar EPC, or IPP .
• Experience in solar project procurement, module supply contracts, EPC contracts, and commercial negotiations will be preferred.