Lead Buyer (IT and Tech Procurement)

Adani Transmission; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Transmission is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive IT and technology sourcing across airport assets. The role focuses on strategic procurement, contract management, and governance to support digital transformation initiatives.

The candidate will manage RFI/RFP processes, negotiate complex software and services contracts, and build strong OEM/vendor relationships while driving cost optimization and ESG compliance within the technology portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in a relevant field.
• MBA/PGDM and professional certifications are preferred.
• 15-20 years total experience with 8-12 years IT procurement.
• Experience in airports/aviation/infra and data centers.
• Strong contract negotiation and strategic sourcing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT and technology categories.
• Align procurement plans with digital transformation roadmaps.
• Lead RFI/RFP/RFQ management and bids.
• Negotiate software licences, SaaS, MSP, SI contracts.
• Monitor contract performance, renewals, SLAs, penalties.
• Drive supplier assessments and performance scorecards.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across CAO, CIO, and other teams.
• Lead team development and governance in procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

IT procurement

Commercial management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Instrumentation, or equivalent)

MBA (Operations / Supply Chain / Procurement / Technology Management)

PGDM from reputed institute

Tools

ERP systems

IT procurement tools

Job description

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT and technology categories across airport assets.
• Align procurement plans with airport digital transformation, modernization, and technology roadmaps.
• Drive commercial excellence and procurement governance across all technology procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, Delegation of Authority (DoA), and audit requirements.

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Lead procurement and category management for:

• Airport Operational Systems (AODB, RMS, FIDS, BHS, Resource Management Systems)
• IT Infrastructure and Data Centre Equipment
• Network & Communication Systems
• Cybersecurity Solutions
• Cloud Infrastructure and Services
• Enterprise Applications and Software Licensing
• End User Computing Devices
• IoT and Smart Airport Technologies
• Managed IT Services
• Technology Support, AMC, and O&M Contracts

Key responsibilities include:

• RFI/RFP/RFQ management
• Bid evaluation and techno-commercial assessment
• Cost benchmarking and value engineering
• Commercial recommendation and approval notes

Techno-Commercial Evaluation & Contract Management

• Lead end-to-end techno-commercial evaluations for technology procurements.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize contracts, including:
  • Software License Agreements
  • SaaS Agreements
  • Managed Service Contracts
  • System Integration Contracts
  • AMC and Support Agreements
  • Infrastructure Supply Contracts
  • Technology Consulting Contracts
• Monitor contract performance, renewals, amendments, warranties, penalties, and SLA compliance.
• Drive commercial risk mitigation and contract governance.
• Build and manage relationships with OEMs, technology providers, system integrators, cloud partners, and service providers.
• Conduct supplier assessments, onboarding, qualification, and performance reviews.
• Evaluate suppliers based on:
  • Technical capability
  • Financial strength
  • Innovation capability
  • Commercial competitiveness
  • Security compliance
  • ESG adherence
• Establish robust supplier performance management mechanisms and scorecards.

IT Operations & Project Procurement Support

• Support airport operations through timely procurement of critical IT infrastructure and support services.
• Partner with Digital, IT, and Airport Systems teams for implementation of technology projects.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of IT systems through proactive procurement planning.
• Support technology refresh, modernization, expansion, and upgrade projects.

Commercial Governance & Cost Optimization

• Monitor procurement spend across IT and technology categories.
• Identify and drive procurement savings initiatives, cost optimization opportunities, and process efficiencies.
• Develop spend analytics, procurement dashboards, and management reports.
• Improve procurement cycle times and sourcing efficiency.

Logistics, Asset & Inventory Oversight

• Ensure timely delivery and deployment of procured technology assets.
• Coordinate imports, logistics, customs clearance, and inventory management where applicable.
• Support IT asset lifecycle management including procurement, deployment, tracking, and disposal.
• Drive ESG-compliant disposal and sustainability practices.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with:
  • CAO - Airports
  • CIO / Head IT & Digital
  • Airport Systems Teams
  • Projects Team
  • Operations Team
  • Finance Team
  • Legal Team
  • Compliance Team
  • ESG Team
• Provide strategic procurement recommendations and commercial insights to senior leadership.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and mentor procurement professionals within the technology procurement function.
• Drive capability building in strategic sourcing, contract management, and commercial evaluation.
• Foster a culture of governance, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Internal Stakeholders

• Chief Airport Officer (CAO)
• CIO / Head - IT & Digital
• Digital Transformation Team
• Airport Systems Team
• Engineering & Projects Team
• Operations Team
• Finance Team
• Legal Team
• Compliance Team
• ESG Team

Key External Stakeholders

• OEMs
• Technology Vendors
• System Integrators
• Software Providers
• Telecom Operators
• Cybersecurity Vendors
• Managed Service Providers
• Consultants & Technology Advisors
• Logistics and Supply Chain Partners

Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Instrumentation, or equivalent)

Preferred

• MBA (Operations / Supply Chain / Procurement / Technology Management)
• PGDM from a reputed institute
• Certifications such as:
  • CIPS
  • CPSM
  • PMP
  • ITIL
  • Cloud Certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Work Experience

• 15-20 years of overall experience
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in IT Procurement, Technology Sourcing, Contracts, Commercial Management, or Strategic Procurement.
• Experience in Airports, Aviation, Infrastructure, Smart Cities, Telecom, Technology Services, Data Centres, or Large Enterprise Environments.
• Software Licensing
• Cybersecurity Procurement
• Contract Negotiation
• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Job Info

• Job Identification 56198
• Job Category Procurement
• Posting Date 08/07/2026, 06:50 AM
• Locations Commerce House 6, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380051, IN
• Apply Before 12/31/2026, 06:50 AM
• Job Schedule Full time