Head - Procurement

Avadh Rail Infra; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Avadh Rail Infra, Mumbai-based, seeks a Head Procurement to lead procurement strategy for turnkey interior projects. You will plan procurement aligned with BOQs, drawings and schedules, coordinating with Projects, Planning, Design, Estimation, Contracts and Finance to ensure timely purchases.

The role requires 18–22 years of experience in procurement and a strong focus on cost optimization, supplier management, and timely delivery of materials. This position is anchored at head office in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• B.Tech / B.E Civil degree is required.
• Experience: 18–22 years in procurement roles.
• Designation: Head Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organisation's procurement strategy aligned with project requirements, budgets and business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement for multiple turnkey interior fit-out projects.
• Build and maintain vendor network; onboard suppliers and conduct performance evaluations.
• Lead commercial negotiations and drive cost savings without compromising project quality.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Vendor development & management

Cost control & negotiations

Project procurement

Education

B.Tech / B.E Civil

Job description

Head Procurement

Department - Procurement
Location - Mumbai / Head Office
Industry - Turnkey Contracting | Interior Fit-Outs | Interior Finishes | Architecture & Project Execution
Experience - 18 - 22 Years
Designation - Head Procurement

Qualification - B.Tech / B.E Civil

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the organisation's overall procurement strategy aligned with project requirements, budgets and business objectives.
• Establish procurement plans for all ongoing and upcoming projects based on BOQs, drawings, specifications, project schedules and site requirements.
• Identify critical, long-lead and high-value materials and ensure advance procurement planning.
• Establish procurement timelines and ensure purchase activities are aligned with project execution schedules.
• Develop category-wise procurement strategies for materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures, MEP, specialist works and subcontracting.

B. Project Procurement

• Oversee end-to-end procurement for multiple turnkey interior fit-out projects simultaneously.
• Review material requisitions, BOQs, specifications, approved makes and project requirements before initiating procurement.
• Ensure purchase orders are released within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate closely with Projects, Planning, Design, Estimation, Contracts, Billing, Stores, Finance and Site Teams.
• Monitor procurement status against project schedules and proactively address delays.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials at project locations.
• Track critical procurement items and elevate potential project-impacting delays to Management.

C. Vendor Development & Management

• Build and maintain a strong vendor and subcontractor network across relevant categories.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and specialist vendors.
• Conduct vendor assessments covering quality, capacity, pricing, delivery capability, financial stability and service levels.
• Maintain an updated and category-wise approved vendor database.
• Establish vendor performance evaluation mechanisms.
• Monitor vendor performance on quality, delivery, pricing, responsiveness and compliance.

D. Cost Control & Commercial Negotiations

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, manufacturers, subcontractors and service providers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, credit periods, warranties, delivery schedules, freight and other commercial terms.
• Drive cost savings and value engineering initiatives without compromising project quality.
• Benchmark market prices for major materials and categories.
• Identify opportunities for bulk procurement, rate contracts and annual/strategic agreements.
• Monitor price fluctuations and advise Management on potential cost implications.
• Establish procurement MIS for savings, cost avoidance and procurement performance.