Head Procurement & Contracts & Commercial Manager- Projects

Role Summary

The Head – Procurement, Contracts & Commercial Manager (Projects) will oversee end-to-end procurement, contracting, and commercial management for project execution . The role ensures timely availability of materials, services, and contractors, while managing budgets, minimizing risks, and ensuring project profitability and compliance .

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement project-specific procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and budgets
• Procure raw materials, equipment, services, and outsourced contractors for construction, installation, or capital projects
• Evaluate vendors based on capability, quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Maintain supplier database for strategic sourcing of project materials

2. Contract Management

• Draft, negotiate, and execute project contracts, work orders, MOUs, SLAs, and vendor agreements
• Ensure risk mitigation clauses, liability coverage, and compliance are included in contracts
• Monitor contractual obligations, performance, milestones, and deliverables
• Handle claims, disputes, and contract amendments with contractors

3. Commercial Management

• Approve vendor quotations and project-related procurement proposals in line with budget
• Monitor project cost control, savings, and commercial viability
• Track change orders, variations, and project financial implications
• Ensure all project commercial transactions comply with company policies

4. Vendor & Contractor Management

• Evaluate and onboard contractors and suppliers for project execution
• Monitor vendor performance against KPIs, timelines, and quality standards
• Conduct periodic audits of vendor/project accounts
• Build strategic partnerships with contractors for long-term projects

5. Project Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the project procurement and contracts team
• Ensure proper implementation of SOPs, approval workflows, and procurement policies for projects
• Prepare MIS reports for project status, cost tracking, and risk reporting
• Drive ERP / project management tool adoption

6. Risk & Compliance

• Ensure project procurement and contracts comply with legal, statutory, and audit requirements
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to suppliers, contracts, or project delays
• Maintain all project contract documents and approvals for audit readiness

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate / Postgraduate in Engineering
• MBA / PG Diploma in Supply Chain / Procurement / Project Management preferred
• 15+ years of experience in project procurement, contracts, and commercial management
• Experience in large-scale capital projects / hospital projects preferred