Sr. Engineer / Asst. Manager

Nava Limited; Palwancha; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nava Limited is seeking an experienced procurement professional for its power plant operations in India. The role focuses on end-to-end sourcing, vendor development, and contract negotiation to ensure cost optimization and reliable supply chains.

The ideal candidate holds a B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical or Power Engineering, with MBA/PGDM in SCM; 6–12 years of procurement experience in manufacturing or power projects is preferred. This is a female candidate role with on-site operations.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering is required.
• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain Management or Materials Management is highly preferred.
• 612 years of proven procurement experience (likely 6–12 years) in manufacturing or power projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of materials, equipment and services for O&M and project execution of a thermal power plant.
• Lead strategic sourcing and vendor development to ensure cost optimization and supply reliability.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor supplier performance against delivery, quality and contractual terms.
• Onboard new vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships to mitigate sourcing risks.

Skills

Vendor management

Supplier evaluation

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Power Engineering

MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Role & responsibilities:

This job opening for Only Female Candidates

Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of materials, equipment, and services essential for the smooth operation, maintenance, and project execution of a thermal power plant. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, vendor development, contract negotiation, and cost optimization while ensuring strict compliance with organizational policies and statutory regulations.

Material & Service Procurement,

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers for plant operation and maintenance (O&M) needs, including spare parts, consumables, and specialized services.
• Vendor & Supplier Management,

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers to ensure supply chain reliability.
• Monitor supplier performance on delivery schedules, quality of goods, and adherence to contractual agreements; initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Identify and onboard new vendors to diversify sourcing options and mitigate supply risks.

Preferred candidate profile:

B.E. / B. Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering. MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain Management or Materials Management is highly preferred.

612 years of proven experience in procurement, preferably within a Manufacturing and power project environment.