Purchase Head

Job Summary - Procurement Head

Only candidates currently based in Pune or willing to work from Pune are eligible to apply.
This position strictly requires Construction EPC procurement experience (mandatory).
Profiles with only real estate or residential project exposure will not be considered.

Infra.Health is seeking an experienced Procurement Head – Construction EPC to lead and manage end-to-end procurement activities for healthcare and public infrastructure EPC projects across Maharashtra. The role involves strategic sourcing of construction materials, medical infrastructure equipment, and specialized services for large-scale hospital, healthcare, and government infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in Construction EPC projects (mandatory), particularly within healthcare and infrastructure domains. Experience limited to real estate or residential projects will not be considered. The role requires in-depth knowledge of government procurement norms, EPC contract management, vendor development, and cost optimization.

Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with Infra.Health’s EPC project requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate closely with the EPC Head, Project Managers, Planning, and Engineering teams to identify procurement needs and finalize procurement schedules.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, EPC best practices, and applicable government regulations.

Vendor & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, empanel, and manage vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors suitable for construction and healthcare EPC projects.
• Establish long-term strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery, quality compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and contractual safeguards.
• Monitor vendor performance against delivery timelines, quality benchmarks, and contractual obligations.

Tendering & Contract Management

• Manage the complete tendering lifecycle, including preparation of RFPs, BOQs, RFQs, techno-commercial evaluations, and finalization.
• Ensure contracts, work orders, and rate agreements are executed in line with legal, financial, and EPC requirements.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and Projects teams to ensure all approvals and documentation are in place before procurement execution.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage procurement budgets in coordination with project teams.
• Track procurement costs, analyze variances, and ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Identify cost-optimization opportunities without compromising quality, safety, or timelines.

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Oversee the supply chain for EPC projects to ensure uninterrupted material flow to project sites.
• Coordinate with site teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent shortages or delays.
• Track material movement, logistics, and documentation, including statutory and import/export requirements, if applicable.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure strict compliance with government procurement norms (CPWD, GFR, PSU guidelines) and Infra.Health’s internal controls.
• Implement transparent, ethical, and auditable procurement processes.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks such as price volatility, supply delays, quality issues, and vendor non-performance.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and audit-ready procurement records, including POs, contracts, vendor communications, and delivery schedules.
• Provide regular MIS reports on procurement status, savings achieved, risks, and issues to senior management.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement and project compliance.

Required Qualifications & ExperienceEducation

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
• MBA / Master’s degree in Supply Chain or Operations will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 8–10 years of total experience in Procurement within Construction EPC projects (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare, hospital, or infrastructure EPC projects.
• Strong exposure to government, PSU, or public-sector EPC projects (CPWD, State PWD, Smart City, Healthcare Infrastructure, etc.).
• Real estate-only procurement experience is not acceptable.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of EPC procurement workflows, contract administration, and vendor management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP / procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Sound understanding of construction materials, MEP systems, hospital equipment, and healthcare-specific infrastructure requirements.

Behavioral & Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple EPC projects under tight timelines and pressure.
• Result-oriented, detail-focused, and compliance-driven approach.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in sustainable and green procurement practices.
• Knowledge of advanced hospital systems and healthcare technologies.
• Exposure to PPP projects, government tenders, and turnkey EPC contracts.

Key Competencies

• EPC Procurement Strategy & Execution
• Vendor Development & Contract Management
• Cost Control & Value Engineering
• Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
• Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization
• Strong Negotiation & Stakeholder Management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹85,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person