Purchase Manager

R. S. E. Projects; Mohali; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

R. S. E. Projects is seeking a Purchase Manager - Substation EPC in Mohali to plan, source, negotiate, and procure materials and services for substation projects. The role ensures timely delivery, compliance with specs and company policies.

You will work with engineering and planning teams to optimize procurement, manage vendors, and drive cost savings while maintaining quality and contractual compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for substation EPC projects.
• Source and procure electrical equipment and civil materials for project execution.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties and contractual conditions.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning and project teams to meet procurement schedules.
• Achieve procurement cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and maintain procurement documentation.
• Identify procurement risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Procurement planning

Analytical skills

Leadership

Time management

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

MBA/Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Description - Purchase Manager

Job Title

Purchase Manager - Substation EPC

Job Location - Mohali(Punjab)

Job Summary

The Purchase Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services required for substation EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects. The role ensures timely procurement of quality materials at competitive prices while complying with project specifications, contractual requirements, and company procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for substation EPC projects.
• Source and procure electrical equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs/CVTs, surge arresters, control and relay panels, cables, insulators, structures, hardware, and associated accessories.
• Procure civil, structural, and construction materials required for project execution.
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and maintain relationships with approved vendors and manufacturers.

Tendering & Negotiation

• Float RFQs/RFPs to approved vendors.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual conditions.
• Finalize purchase orders and contracts while ensuring cost optimization.

Project Procurement

• Coordinate with engineering, planning, and project execution teams to understand procurement schedules.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid project delays.
• Monitor procurement progress and expedite critical deliveries.
• Track long-lead items and prepare procurement status reports.

Cost Control

• Achieve annual procurement cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supplier performance.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies for critical materials.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare purchase orders, work orders, and procurement contracts.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain procurement records, vendor documentation, and contract files.

Coordination

• Resolve supplier-related issues affecting project schedules.
• Support project teams during execution and commissioning.

Risk Management

• Identify procurement risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Maintain multiple qualified suppliers for critical equipment.
• Resolve supplier disputes and contractual issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• MBA/Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Experience

• 3-4years of procurement experience in Substation EPC, Transmission & Distribution, Power Infrastructure, or Electrical EPC projects.
• Experience in procuring 66 kV to 765 kV substation equipment is preferred.
• Proven experience in vendor development and contract negotiation.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of substation equipment and electrical materials.
• Understanding of EPC procurement processes and project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with technical specifications, BOQs, and tender documents.
• Knowledge of commercial terms (INCOTERMS, GST, payment terms, LD clauses, warranties, etc.)

Soft Skills

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Time management and multitasking capability.
• Decision-making under project deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time procurement and delivery performance.
• Procurement cost savings achieved.
• Vendor performance and quality ratings.
• Purchase order cycle time.
• Reduction in project procurement delays.
• Contract compliance and documentation accuracy.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Electrical EPC Companies
• Substation Projects (AIS/GIS)
• Transmission & Distribution
• Renewable Energy EPC
• Power Generation & Utilities
• Infrastructure Projects

Working Conditions

• Office-based with regular coordination across project sites.
• Ability to work under tight project schedules and multiple concurrent project demands.