Team - Group Services

Adani Group; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a Team Member - Buyer Category to execute procurement activities for infrastructure projects in India. You will convert requisitions to RFQs/POs, validate specs and approvals, and ensure documentation in line with category strategies.

You will support category leads with data-driven insights, vendor management, and supplier performance programs while coordinating with QA/QC, stores, and internal stakeholders to sustain timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Instrumentation).
• Masters preferred in SCM / Project Management / Operations Management.
• 7+ years of category-specific procurement experience in infrastructure, EPC, or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute transactional procurement activities: RFQs, POs, vendor follow-ups, and documentation accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, track deliveries, and ensure compliance with procurement standards.
• Prepare RFQ packages with technical specs, terms, and required documentation.
• Monitor POs, track delivery schedules, and expedite shipments to meet timelines.
• Support supplier segmentation, scorecards, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Data-Driven Insight

Category Management

Strategic Negotiation

Supplier Lifecycle Management

Logistics Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Masters Degree in SCM/PM/Operations

Tools

SAP

SLM

ARIBA

e-Auction platforms

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• Team Member - Buyer Category is responsible for executing transactional and operational procurement activities within a defined category, including issuing RFQs, processing purchase orders, following up with vendors, and ensuring documentation accuracy.
• This role supports the category lead by coordinating with internal stakeholders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining compliance with procurement standards, thereby contributing to the efficient and timely acquisition of materials and services.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Purchase Requisition Processing: Review and convert approved purchase requisitions into Requests for Quotation (RFQs) or Purchase Orders (POs) after thorough validation of item specifications, quantities, and required approvals.
• Ensure that all commercial and technical details are accurately captured, aligned with procurement policies and category strategies.
• Leverage data analytics to suggest procurement interventions, identify opportunities for optimization, and provide category-specific recommendations for cost, delivery, or quality improvement.
• Vendor Coordination & Follow-up: Coordinate with vendors for quote submission, clarifications, and material delivery.
• Follow up for documentation, test reports, and certifications.
• Support the preparation of the supplier segmentation matrix, Supplier performance evaluation criteria and frequency for each supplier segment, and supplier scorecards.
• Evaluate and report on quality of materials / service procured vis--vis defined standards and execute corrective action as required at supplier end.
• RFQ & Technical Document Preparation: Assist in preparing comprehensive RFQ packages, ensuring inclusion of all relevant technical specifications, terms, and required documentation.
• Ensure consistent formatting of vendor responses and timely dissemination of drawings, specifications, and offer details to relevant stakeholders for technical and commercial evaluations.
• Order Tracking & Expediting: Monitor the status of issued POs by tracking delivery schedules, milestones, and dispatch details on a continuous basis.
• Identify and escalation delays proactively, coordinating with vendors to expedite shipments and ensure adherence to committed timelines.
• Update ERP systems and procurement tracking tools with real-time order status to ensure transparency and smooth downstream processes.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain comprehensive documentation for each procurement activity, including RFQs, vendor quotations, comparative statements, POs, inspection reports, and correspondence.
• Ensure that all documentation complies with audit requirements and internal control guidelines.
• Monitor approval workflows and maintain structured filing systems (digital or physical) for traceability and regulatory compliance.
• Coordination with Internal Teams: Collaborate with Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) and stores personnel for Goods Receipt Note (GRN) issuance and inspection coordination.
• Share timely updates on vendor performance, delivery schedules, and any deviation resolutions.
• Address and resolve operational or site-level procurement issues, acting as a bridge between vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Reporting & Analytics Support: Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports covering PO status, deliveries, and procurement health indicators.
• Support category leads with data-driven insights on cost trends, savings realization, vendor performance, and procurement efficiency metrics.
• Ensure accuracy in data consolidation and highlight any deviations or improvement areas for proactive action.
• Key Stakeholders - Internal: Lead - Buyer Store Leads Projects Team Planning Team Engineering Team Quality Team SCM Team
• Key Stakeholders - External: Approved Vendors OEMs Transporters Third-party Inspectors Contractors Technical Consultants

Technical Competencies

• Category Management-AIIL
• Contract Formulation-AIIL
• Data-Driven Insight
• Systems and Digital Expertise-AIIL
• Logistics Management-AIIL
• Market and Pricing Intelligence-AIIL
• Strategic Negotiation and Cost-Value Optimization-AIIL
• Supplier Lifecycle Management-AIIL
• TC Strategy Formulation and Risk Management-AIIL
• Techno Commercial Governance & Compliance-AIIL

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Instrumentation.
• Masters Degree in SCM / Project Management / Operations Management is preferred
• Work Experience: 7+ years of category-specific procurement experience in infrastructure, EPC, or industrial projects Deep understanding of various bidding process (TBCB, limited tender, open tender, conventional, any specific strategy etc.,), prepare vendor selection approach and vendor evaluation criteria depending on the nature of the Sub-category
• Proficiency in category strategy, Logistics, Supply Chain and Material Management ,vendor management, and working knowledge of SAP, SLM, ARIBA, or equivalent e-Auction platforms