ReNew - Deputy Manager - Procurement - Solar Utility

- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories (e.g., solar cells, modules, wafers, inverters, BoS).

- Develop category strategy, cost models, and market intelligence to ensure competitive advantage.. Execute end-to-end procurement activities: RFx, bid evaluation, negotiations, and contracting

- Drive supplier development, onboarding, and performance management initiatives

- Ensure compliance with ESG norms, traceability requirements, and internal governance processes.

- Collaborate with engineering, legal, finance, and logistics for seamless procurement execution

- Track and report cost savings, risks, and sourcing milestones in alignment with project timelines. Deliverables.

- Finalization of sourcing contracts with clear commercial, technical, and legal closure

- Realization of cost savings and total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction targets.

- Supplier base expansion and qualification, aligned with business continuity and ESG goals. Creation of category dashboards, benchmarking reports, and procurement trackers

- Timely support for cross-functional audits, due diligence, and vendor assessments.

- Ensuring zero production downtime through proactive material planning and coordination

- Education: B.Tech / B.E. (mandatory), preferably with MBA in Supply Chain / Operations / Finance

- Experience: 4-6 years of relevant sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in renewable energy, EPC, or manufacturing sectors

- Strong commercial acumen with exposure to international sourcing, contract structuring, and negotiations.

- Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier management, and process improvements. Working knowledge of SAP, MS Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, and procurement tools.

- Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Internal: Engineering, SCM Operations, Project Execution, Quality, Legal, Finance, ESG. External: OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, logistics partners, contract manufacturers, third-party auditors.