Manager Commercial Coal

Sarthee Consultancy; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarthee Consultancy seeks a seasoned Head of Materials to lead procurement, stores, inbound logistics, and coal procurement. You will formulate policies, drive cost optimization, and ensure statutory and audit compliance to support uninterrupted plant operations and project execution.

You will manage supplier relationships, enhance inventory control, and implement MIS/digitization while steering a high-performing team through continuous improvement and governance frameworks.

Qualifications

• Lead and develop procurement & stores team.
• Experience in policy formulation and vendor negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Materials Procurement & Contracts to ensure timely delivery and cost optimization.
• Oversee Coal Procurement & Logistics, liaising with suppliers and transporters.
• Manage Inventory & Stores, optimize stock levels and implement MIS for inventory control.
• Develop supplier partnerships and alternate sourcing options; monitor vendor performance.
• Ensure GST, statutory & audit compliance and adherence to ISO standards.
• Drive productivity and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Vendor management

Inventory management

Analytics & MIS

GST compliance

Job description

Role Purpose

To lead and manage the entire Materials function comprising Procurement, Stores, Inbound Logistics, Scrap Disposal, and Coal Procurement. Responsible for formulating policies, driving procurement excellence, ensuring statutory & audit compliance, strengthening vendor relationships, optimizing inventory, and enabling cost-effective, timely supply of materials & services to support uninterrupted plant operations and project execution.

Area

Responsibilities

Materials Procurement & Contracts

• Formulate & implement procurement & inventory policies
  Ensure effective procurement of raw materials, consumables, spares, and project equipment
  Finalize high-value orders, contracts, AMCs
  Drive cost optimization through negotiation & vendor selection
  Monitor SOP adherence, selective inventory control, vendor evaluation

Coal Procurement & Logistics

• Plan & procure coal (~100 Cr annually) within budget norms
  Liaise with CIL, Railways & transporters for timely supply
  Monitor stock, auction trends, allotments
  Optimize transportation contracts linked with fuel indices

Inventory & Stores Management

• Manage raw materials (~20 Cr) and stores/spares (~7 Cr)
  Oversee scrap disposal (~2.5 Cr realization)
  Maintain optimum inventory levels vs. norms
  Implement MIS & digitization for inventory control

Vendor & Market Development

• Develop and sustain supplier partnerships
  Build alternate vendor base & OEM substitution
  Conduct vendor performance reviews & visits
  Leverage market intelligence for price & supply trends

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure GST, statutory & customs compliance
  Coordinate with Govt. bodies & Corporate Office
  Adhere to ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001, SA 8000 standards
  Ensure internal & external audit compliance

People Leadership & Productivity

• Lead and develop procurement & stores team
  Drive manpower rationalization, job rotation, skill development
  Enhance employee productivity & capability
  Promote accountability & continuous improvement culture