Local Procurement Manager ( Industrial or construction domain)

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Work Mode: Work from Office

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Local Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities for an international industrial construction project based in Ahmedabad. This is a hands-on leadership role , where the selected candidate will initially work independently and gradually build and manage a local procurement team as the project scales.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of materials, services, and subcontractors
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with local suppliers and vendors
• Coordinate with manpower supply agencies for contract labor procurement
• Prepare and evaluate RFQs (Requests for Quotation) and issue purchase orders
• Conduct price negotiations and cost analysis
• Approve and qualify new suppliers and subcontractors
• Manage item codes, purchase entries, and goods receipts in ERP systems
• Ensure timely delivery and quality compliance
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering, and logistics teams
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and reporting
• Support and lead the development of a local procurement team over time

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Mandatory experience in procurement within industrial contracting or construction companies
• Strong expertise in vendor management and subcontractor coordination
• Experience working with labor contractors and manpower agencies
• Hands-on experience with RFQs, purchase orders, and contract negotiations
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written), with the ability to communicate with international teams
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in the initial phase and scale operations later

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on an international industrial project
• Exposure to global teams and best practices
• Strong professional growth and long-term career development