Senior Manager / AGM - Core Procurement

Juniper Hotels Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper Hotels Limited in Mumbai seeks a Senior Manager Procurement & Projects to lead end-to-end procurement for CAPEX and services, drive EPCG applications, and coordinate with CHA, customs, and freight partners. The role includes renovation project management and rigorous cost control.

The ideal candidate will have 8–15 years in procurement, strong vendor management skills, and experience with EPCG, DGFT, and import procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Engineering or Commerce required.
• MBA/PG in Supply Chain/Procurement is preferred.
• 8-15 years of relevant experience in procurement, import/export, EPCG, customs clearance, logistics, and project/renovation management.

Responsibilities

• Procurement management for CAPEX, MRO, engineering materials, equipment, spares, services and project requirements.
• Coordinate EPCG applications with DGFT, customs, consultants and internal teams for compliance.
• Coordinate CHA/Customs clearance, freight forwarders, import documentation, and avoid delays.
• Track international shipments from supplier dispatch to final delivery; monitor costs and documentation.
• Oversee renovation and project management, including schedules, budgets, and vendor coordination.
• Manage commercial aspects: budgets, negotiations, terms, and cost control; support finance with invoices and GRN.
• Maintain records, prepare MIS reports on savings, POs, imports, EPCG status, and project progress.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Vendor Negotiation

ERP/SAP

MIS Reporting

Project Coordination

Education

Graduate degree in Engineering or Commerce

MBA/PG in Supply Chain/Procurement preferred

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/SAP

Job description

Senior Manager Procurement & Projects to manage end-to-end procurement activities, EPCG applications, customs/CHA clearance, import shipment tracking, vendor management, and renovation/project execution. The role requires strong coordination with suppliers, CHA/customs agents, freight forwarders, consultants, contractors, finance, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Management

• Manage end-to-end procurement of CAPEX, MRO, engineering materials, equipment, spares, services, and project requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard reliable domestic and international suppliers.
• Obtain and compare quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and issue purchase orders.
• Ensure timely procurement in line with project schedules and approved budgets.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and supplier performance records.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, quality, documentation, and payment milestones.
• Drive cost reduction, alternate sourcing, and value-engineering initiatives.

2. EPCG Application & Compliance

• Manage the complete EPCG (Export Promotion Capital Goods) application process, including preparation and submission of required documents.
• Coordinate with DGFT, customs authorities, consultants, finance, and internal teams for EPCG-related approvals and compliance.
• Ensure accuracy of import documents, purchase orders, invoices, technical specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Track EPCG licenses, authorizations, export obligations, installation certificates, and closure requirements.
• Maintain proper records for audits and statutory compliance.

3. CHA & Customs Clearance

• Coordinate with CHA/Customs Brokers, customs authorities, freight forwarders, and shipping lines for smooth clearance of imported goods.
• Review and verify Bill of Entry, commercial invoice, packing list, COO, insurance, HS codes, and other import documentation.
• Ensure correct classification, valuation, duty assessment, and applicability of exemptions/benefits.
• Resolve customs queries, documentation discrepancies, examination issues, and clearance delays.
• Monitor customs duty payments and ensure timely clearance to avoid demurrage, detention, and other additional costs.

4. Import Shipment Tracking

• Track international shipments from supplier dispatch through port arrival, customs clearance, and final delivery.
• Maintain shipment trackers covering PO status, ETD, ETA, vessel details, BL/AWB, port arrival, clearance status, and delivery.
• Coordinate with suppliers and freight forwarders to ensure timely shipping documentation.
• Proactively identify shipment delays and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor demurrage, detention, freight, port charges, and other logistics costs.
• Provide regular shipment and import status reports to management.

5. Renovation & Project Management

• Manage procurement and execution activities for renovation, refurbishment, expansion, facility improvement, and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, civil contractors, MEP contractors, fabricators, vendors, and project teams.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, BOQs, procurement plans, and execution milestones.
• Supervise site activities and ensure work is completed as per approved specifications, quality standards, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate civil, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting, interiors, furniture, equipment installation, and related works.
• Monitor contractor performance, measurement, billing, variations, and project completion.
• Conduct regular site reviews and provide progress reports to management.

6. Commercial & Cost Control

• Prepare procurement budgets and monitor actual expenditure against approved budgets.
• Negotiate pricing, credit terms, delivery terms, warranties, and service agreements.
• Evaluate total landed cost for imported materials and equipment.
• Control project cost overruns and unauthorized variations.
• Support finance teams with GRN, invoice verification, payment documentation, and vendor reconciliation.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain proper records of POs, quotations, contracts, EPCG licenses, import documents, customs documents, shipment trackers, and project documentation.
• Prepare MIS reports covering procurement savings, pending POs, imports, EPCG status, shipment status, project progress, and outstanding issues.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and applicable statutory requirements.
• Support internal, statutory, and customs-related audits.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of procurement and strategic sourcing.
• Practical experience with EPCG, DGFT, import procedures, customs clearance, and CHA coordination.
• Good understanding of international logistics and shipping documentation.
• Strong vendor negotiation and commercial skills.
• Experience in renovation, facility, CAPEX, or engineering projects.
• Excellent project coordination and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP/SAP, procurement systems, and MIS reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, suppliers, shipments, and deadlines simultaneously.

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate degree in Engineering, Commerce, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related discipline; MBA/PG qualification in Supply Chain/Procurement is preferred.
• 8 - 15 years of relevant experience in procurement, import/export, EPCG, customs clearance, logistics, and project/renovation management.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, hospitality, infrastructure, or other project-driven organizations will be an advantage.