Head - Project and Indirect Procurement

Aggreko, LLC; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Aggreko is seeking a Head of Project and Indirect Procurement to lead the Project Procurement and Indirect Procurement teams in Pune. You will drive sourcing strategies, contract management, supplier performance, and cost optimization across project-related and indirect spend, aligning with global procurement policies.

The role requires a hands‑on leader with 15+ years in procurement and contracts, including 5+ years directing category managers.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of procurement and contracts management experience.
• 5+ years leading project and indirect category teams.
• Experience with project procurement and indirect spend.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Able to align procurement to global strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracts management: strategy, negotiation, execution, and admin.
• Oversee project procurement for capital equipment and services.
• Develop indirect and project category sourcing strategies.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships.
• Partner with project teams and senior leadership.
• Deliver cost optimization and mentor the procurement team.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional leadership

Procurement strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

MBA or PG in Supply Chain/Procurement

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Head – Project and Indirect Procurement. The role is responsible for leading the Project Procurement and Indirect Procurement team. The incumbent will manage a team of Category Managers and drive sourcing strategies, contract management, supplier performance, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and compliance across project-related and indirect spend categories. The position plays a critical role in Project Procurement, corporate indirect procurement requirements while ensuring alignment with global procurement strategies and business objectives.

Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil-free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

What you’ll do:

Lead Contracts Management: Drive contract strategy, negotiation, execution, and administration for major procurement projects and indirect spend categories, ensuring protection of business interests.

Lead Project Procurement Activities: Manage procurement for project-related needs, including capital equipment like Chillers, Air compressors, Load banks, Transformers, and strategic project requirements.

Develop Sourcing & Category Strategies: Formulate and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories (e.g., Facilities Management, IT, Professional Services) and develop overall category strategies aligned with global procurement policies.

Manage Supplier Relationships & Performance: Build strategic supplier relationships, lead performance reviews, and drive supplier development, innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Act as Strategic Stakeholder Partner: Serve as a trusted procurement partner for project teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing governance and commercial guidance on strategic initiatives.

Drive Cost Optimization & Team Development: Deliver annual procurement savings and cost avoidance targets while leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performance team of Category Managers across various procurement functions.

You are:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce, or related discipline.

MBA or Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business Management preferred.

15+ years of procurement and contracts management experience with 5+ Years of experiences in leading Project and Indirect Category managers teams.

Proven experience managing both project procurement and indirect procurement categories.

Strong background in contract negotiation, category management, and supplier relationship management.

Experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.

Manufacturing, industrial, engineering, energy, infrastructure, or project-driven industry experience preferred.

What you’ll get:

A full-time role based in Pune.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits.

Dynamic & Supportive Work Environment: Thrive in an innovative and forward-thinking culture that values your expertise and will foster professional growth.

Accelerate your career with dedicated pathways for advancement, access to specialised training programs and ample opportunities for skill enhancement.

Our people are can-do, positive, resilient and persistent.

#LI-AS1 Equal employment opportunity We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences.

We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive and businesses can grow. We bring power, heat and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it. No two days are the same. We work in dynamic environments and offer a wide range of opportunities for motivated people to enrich their lives and communities.

If you are prepared to give us your best, you can learn and grow quickly.

We are building a culture and an environment where everyone can be at their best.

We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we achieve our potential.

Join us, bring your energy, and grow your career.