Buyer

Purpose/Objective

Responsible for procurement of O&M-related materials and services required for smooth plant operations, ensuring timely availability of spares, consumables, maintenance services, and equipment at optimum cost while adhering to company procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Procurement & Sourcing - Manage end-to-end procurement of O&M materials, consumables, mechanical and electrical spares.

• Source and develop vendors for maintenance-related requirements.
• Float RFQs, obtain quotations, conduct techno-commercial evaluations, and finalize suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions.
• Ensure timely placement of Purchase Orders (POs) and follow-up for delivery.
  Vendor Management - Develop and maintain a reliable vendor base for plant requirements.
• Conduct vendor evaluation, performance monitoring, and supplier development initiatives.
• Resolve supply, quality, and service-related issues with vendors.
  Inventory & Cost Optimization - Coordinate with maintenance and stores teams to optimize inventory levels.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through strategic sourcing and value engineering.
• Monitor consumption patterns and prevent stock-outs of critical spares.
  Cross-Functional Coordination - Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Utility, Mining, and Plant Operations teams.
• Ensure procurement activities align with shutdown planning and maintenance schedules.
• Support emergency and breakdown procurement requirements.
  Compliance & Reporting - Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, and vendor documentation.
• Prepare MIS reports related to savings, vendor performance, procurement cycle time, and pending PO status.

Technical Competencies

Procurement of Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation spares.
,Vendor development and vendor assessment.
,Techno-commercial evaluation.
,Cost optimization and negotiation skills.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualification - B.
E.
/B.
Tech (Mechanical/Electrical) or MBA (Supply Chain/Operations) preferred.
Experience - Assistant Manager: 5-8 years of experience in procurement of O&M materials and services.

• Deputy Manager: 8-12 years of experience in procurement within Cement, Mining, Steel, Power, Manufacturing, or Heavy Industries.