Section Head-E&I

Larsen & Toubro


Date: 1 day ago
City: Vadodara, Gujarat
Contract type: Full time
Location: Vadodara

Department: Supply Chain

Reports To: Section Head / Project Procurement Manager (PPM)

Project: Gas to Power EPC Project.

Job Purpose

To lead the procurement and strategic sourcing of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) equipment and services for a Gas to Power project, with a focus on best-cost country sourcing (BCCS), supplier development, and timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Sourcing & BCCS
    • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for E&I packages with a focus on best-cost countries (e.g., India, China, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe).
    • Conduct global market analysis to identify cost-effective and technically compliant suppliers.
    • Drive supplier localization and cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality or schedule.
  • Procurement Execution
    • Manage end-to-end procurement activities including RFQs, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards for E&I systems such as transformers, switchgear, control panels, instrumentation, and cabling.
    • Ensure alignment with project timelines, technical specifications, and budget constraints.
  • Supplier & Order Management
    • Build and maintain a robust supplier base with a focus on performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
    • Draft and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with commercial, legal, and technical terms.
    • Mitigate procurement risks through proactive planning and stakeholder engagement.
  • Reporting & Compliance
    • Maintain accurate procurement dashboards and reports to support audits and client reviews.
    • Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies, systems (SAP, Ariba), and documentation standards.
  • Team Leadership & Development
    • Mentor and guide project buyers, expeditors, and junior procurement staff.
    • Foster a collaborative and performance-driven procurement culture.
  • Cost Control & Value Engineering
    • Track procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on key procurement KPIs.
    • Support value engineering and lifecycle cost analysis initiatives.
  • Flexibility
    • Responsibilities are not limited to the above and may evolve based on project needs and organizational requirements.
Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Instrumentation, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 18–25 years of procurement experience in EPC or Gas to Power projects, with at least 3 years in a lead buyer or sourcing role.
  • Proven experience in best-cost country sourcing and international supplier development.
  • Familiarity with global trade regulations, Incoterms, and logistics.
  • GCC project procurement experience will be an advantage, especially with clients such as Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, KOC, or PDO.
  • Willingness to travel or relocate based on project requirements.

Key Skills

  • Strong negotiation and global sourcing skills.
  • Technical understanding of E&I systems and specifications.
  • Strategic thinking and cost analysis.
  • ERP proficiency (SAP, Ariba) and MS Office Suite.
  • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities.

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