Procurement Engineer

Larsen & Toubro; Vadodara; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro's Solar EPC procurement team in India is seeking a Buyer responsible for end-to-end procurement of materials and services for Solar EPC projects, ensuring timely availability at project sites while meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets. You will collaborate with Engineering, Projects, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Commercial and Vendors to execute from PR to site delivery.

The role requires coordinating RFQs, negotiating terms, releasing POs, tracking delivery, and

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics or related engineering.
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain/Procurement/Operations.
• Diploma/Graduate with relevant procurement experience may be considered.
• Experience 3-8 years in Procurement / SCM / Solar EPC / Renewable Energy.
• Experience in utility-scale solar projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement from PR to delivery at site.
• Prepare RFQs/RFIs, evaluate quotations, and negotiate terms.
• Release POs/WOs with accurate commercial terms.
• Manage vendor registration, performance, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Quality, Logistics, Finance, and Vendors.

Skills

Procurement

RFQ/RFP management

Price negotiation

Vendor management

Cost analysis

Expediting

Market intelligence

MS Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical

B.E./B.Tech in Civil

B.E./B.Tech in Electronics

MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain

Diploma/Graduate with procurement experience

Job description

Solar EPC / Renewable Energy Department Supply Chain Management / Procurement

Reporting To Procurement Manager / SCM Manager / Head.

SCM Location

Project Office / Corporate Office.

Role Purpose

The Buyer will be responsible for end-to-end procurement execution for assigned materials and services for Solar EPC projects, ensuring timely availability at project sites while achieving the required cost, quality, delivery, and commercial objectives. The role involves coordination with Engineering, Projects, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Commercial and Vendors to ensure smooth procurement from Purchase Requisition (PR) to delivery at site.

Key Responsibilities

• A. Procurement & BuyingReceive and review Purchase Requisitions (PRs) from Project/Engineering teams.Understand technical specifications, BOQ, approved makes and project requirements.Identify suitable suppliers from the approved vendor base and market.Float RFQs/RFIs, obtain and evaluate quotations.Prepare commercial comparison statements and negotiate with suppliers.Obtain necessary approvals as per the Delegation of Authority (DOA).Release Purchase Orders (POs)/Work Orders (WOs).Ensure PO terms accurately capture specifications, quantity, price, delivery schedule, payment terms, warranty, LD, taxes and other commercial conditions.Conduct price benchmarking and maintain market intelligence for key commodities.Support cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
• B. Vendor ManagementDevelop and maintain relationships with existing and potential suppliers.Coordinate vendor registration/pre-qualification wherever required.Monitor supplier performance on cost, quality and delivery.Resolve commercial and supply-related issues with vendors.Coordinate with Quality for vendor inspection, FAT and documentation.Escalate critical vendor delays and risks to the Procurement/SCM Manager.
• C. Expediting & DeliveryTrack material manufacturing and dispatch schedules against PO commitments.Coordinate with vendors and project teams to ensure on-time delivery at site.Follow up for inspection clearance, dispatch documents and transportation arrangements.Monitor delays, shortages and deviations.Coordinate with Logistics for dispatch, transportation and site delivery.Maintain an updated procurement/delivery tracker.
• D. Commercial & Contractual ActivitiesNegotiate commercial terms including:Basic priceTaxes and dutiesFreightPayment termsCredit periodDelivery termsWarrantyLiquidated damagesPrice validityEscalation/de-escalation clausesVerify vendor invoices against PO terms and delivery documentation.Coordinate with Finance for payment-related issues.Handle PO amendments, quantity changes, price revisions and commercial claims.Support resolution of debit notes, credit notes, LD and other contractual matters.
• E. Project CoordinationWork closely with:Engineering - technical specifications and approved makesProject/Construction - site requirements and delivery prioritiesQuality - inspection and quality documentationLogistics - transportation and dispatchPlanning - procurement schedules and project milestonesFinance - payment and vendor reconciliationCommercial/Contracts - contractual and claim-related matters

Solar EPC Procurement Scope

• Solar PV: PV Modules
• Solar Cells
• Inverters
• DC/AC Cables
• HT/LT Cables
• Junction/Combiner Boxes
• Transformers
• RMUs
• Switchgear
• SCADA/Communication systems
• Earthing and Lightning Protection
• Balance of System: Module Mounting Structures
• Trackers
• Fasteners
• Cable Trays
• Fencing
• Roads and Civil materials
• Lighting
• Auxiliary systems
• BESS / Hybrid Projects, where applicable: Battery systems
• PCS BESS containers
• HVAC Fire Fighting systems
• EMS/SCADA
• Transformers and switchgear

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Buyer will typically be measured on:On-time delivery / OTIFProcurement cycle timePurchase price variance / cost savingsBudget adherenceVendor performanceReduction in procurement lead timePO accuracyNumber of critical material delaysInventory optimizationCommercial savings through negotiationCompliance with procurement proceduresResolution time for vendor issues

Qualifications

Education:B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics or related engineering disciplineOR MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain/Procurement/OperationsDiploma/Graduate candidates with relevant procurement experience may also be considered.ExperienceTypically 3-8 years of experience in:Procurement / PurchaseSupply Chain ManagementSolar EPCRenewable EnergyPower/Electrical EPCInfrastructure EPCManufacturing procurementExperience in utility-scale solar projects will be preferred.

Required Skills

Technical/Procurement SkillsProcurement and sourcingRFQ/RFP managementCommercial bid evaluationPrice negotiationVendor developmentContract/PO managementCost analysisExpeditingSupply-chain planningMarket intelligenceBasic understanding of solar EPC materialsSoftware SkillsMS Excel

Additional Skills

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, basic data analysisPowerPoint and MS WordProcurement dashboards and trackersBehavioural SkillsStrong negotiation skillsCommercial acumenVendor managementCommunication and coordinationAnalytical thinkingOwnership and accountabilityAbility to work under project deadlinesProblem-solving and decision-making

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be able to independently manage the procurement cycle from:PR RFQ Technical Clarification Commercial Evaluation Negotiation Approval PO Manufacturing Follow-up Inspection Dispatch Site Delivery Invoice/Payment ClosureThe candidate should have a project-oriented mindset, strong commercial understanding and the ability to handle multiple procurement packages simultaneously.Key CompetenciesCost | Quality | Delivery | Commercial | Vendor Management | Expediting | Project Coordination