Assistant Manager - Procurement responsible for sourcing and vendor management at candi, driving solar solutions in India. Collaborating across teams and optimizing procurement processes for effective delivery.
Responsibilities
Identify procurement requirements based on project, operational, and business needs
Source vendors and suppliers through RFQs, RFPs, and negotiations
Evaluate vendor quotations based on cost, quality, delivery timelines, and commercial terms
Prepare purchase orders (POs) and ensure approval as per company policies
Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as engineering, finance, project, and operations teams
Track order status and ensure timely delivery of materials/services
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and statutory requirements
Maintain supplier database, purchase records, and MIS reports
Support vendor development and performance evaluation
Coordinate for necessary payments with Finance team against the vendor invoices received
Assist in cost optimization, value engineering, and budget control initiatives
Resolve supplier-related issues such as delays, quality concerns, and billing discrepancies
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Commerce / Business Administration / Supply Chain Management
MBA or Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain / Operations is a plus
2–5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles
Experience in infrastructure, manufacturing, EPC, renewable energy, or industrial sectors is an advantage
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Good understanding of procurement processes and commercial terms
Ability to analyze costs and prepare comparative statements
Strong coordination and communication skills
Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / similar) preferred
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
High attention to detail and compliance orientation.
Benefits
You agree to live out the candi values every day of your employment: this includes to put empathy before ego, being authentic no matter what, that we get it done as one and follow the candi principle that less is more
A dynamic, cross-functional team player, willing to take initiative on projects in the context of a multicultural scale-up trying to execute big, bold ideas.
Having experience working for an international company, or having studied or worked abroad, is considered a plus.
Job title
Assistant Manager – Procurement, Central Coordination
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