Assistant Manager - Procurement Electrical

Role Overview and Execution Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager in Procurement - Electrical is responsible for managing all phases of procurement within assigned categories, which include electrical equipment such as AHUs, TFA, HRW, Cooling Towers, FCUs, and related items like ducting, sheets, fabricated products, supports, fasteners, filters, and separators.

• Issue RFQs and RFIs to suppliers and gather their technical and commercial proposals.
• Assess supplier offers technically along with concerned departments and verify commercially in alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Conduct negotiations with vendors in accordance with established sourcing strategies.
• Ensure timely response to business needs by adhering to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and turnaround times for order processing.
• Assist in closing purchase jobs, purchase orders, and contracts, maintaining comprehensive records and archives for future reference.
• Provide procurement inputs for change order cost estimation to project management teams.
• Contribute towards cost reduction initiatives and strategic sourcing programs.
• Coordinate efforts with procurement teams from projects and branches.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure effective communication.
• Prepare and present reports or updates as required.

Proposal Phase Duties

• Support proposal teams by providing relevant procurement cost estimations and lead-time data.
• Identify the requirements for rate contracts and capacity bookings.
• Collaborate with category specialists to recognize procurement risks and formulate risk mitigation plans.
• Keep regular tabs on market trends relevant to procurement.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Spot and pursue strategic sourcing opportunities within assigned categories and items.
• Actively contribute to team initiatives and overall team development.