Purchase Executive - Solar

HeadsupB2B; Delhi; On-site; INR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Career progression opportunities

Work with top solar developers

Job summary

HeadsupB2B, a leading firm in B2B procurement solutions within India's solar energy sector, is seeking a Procurement Specialist. This role involves sourcing and evaluating solar equipment suppliers, negotiating volume-based pricing, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

Successful candidates will demonstrate experience with procurement software and solar specifications. The position offers flexible work hours and opportunities for career progression within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with procurement software is essential.
• Knowledge of solar PV components and specifications required.
• Strong skills in RFQ/RFP management and vendor negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Source and onboard solar equipment suppliers across India.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Manage the end-to-end PO processing.

Skills

Procurement software (e.g., SAP MM, Oracle Procurement, Coupa)

Solar PV components & specifications

RFQ/RFP management

Vendor evaluation & negotiation

PO processing & invoice matching

MS Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, data validation)

ERP systems

Supplier performance dashboards

Job description

About the Opportunity

A fast-scaling B2B procurement and supply chain solutions firm operating across the Indian solar energy ecosystem, we enable seamless sourcing, vendor management, and cost-optimized procurement for solar EPCs, OEMs, and project developers. We specialize in accelerating solar project timelines by connecting buyers with verified suppliers, negotiating bulk rates, and managing end-to-end purchase workflows — all while maintaining strict compliance, quality benchmarks, and delivery SLAs.

Role & Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and onboard solar equipment suppliers (panels, inverters, mounting structures, cabling) across India with focus on cost, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Negotiate volume-based pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to meet client project budgets and timelines.
• Manage end-to-end PO processing — from RFQ issuance to invoice reconciliation — ensuring compliance with internal procurement policies and client specifications.
• Track inventory levels, lead times, and order status; proactively flag delays and coordinate with logistics and project teams to mitigate risks.
• Build and maintain a dynamic supplier database with performance ratings, certifications, and category-specific benchmarks for strategic sourcing.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to align procurement with engineering specs, site requirements, and commissioning deadlines.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• Procurement software (e.g., SAP MM, Oracle Procurement, Coupa)
• Solar PV components & specifications (panels, inverters, trackers, cables)
• RFQ/RFP management
• Vendor evaluation & negotiation
• PO processing & invoice matching
• MS Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, data validation)
• ERP systems (especially for purchase order tracking)
• Supplier performance dashboards

Preferred

• Experience with solar EPC or O&M companies
• Knowledge of IEC/ISO standards for solar equipment
• Familiarity with GST compliance in B2B procurement

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Work directly with India’s top solar developers and suppliers — fast-paced, high-impact environment.
• Flexible work hours within onsite structure; focus on outcomes over attendance.
• Career progression path into Category Management or Procurement Lead roles within 18–24 months.