Procurement Head

JOB DESCRIPTION – PROCUREMENT HEAD (CONSTRUCTION / CONTRACTOR COMPANY)

Position: Head – Procurement

Industry: Construction / Contracting

Experience: Minimum 15+ years in construction procurement (Contractor Company)

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company’s business goals.
• Ensure cost-effective, timely, and quality procurement of materials and services.
• Plan long-term sourcing strategies to support ongoing and upcoming projects.

Vendor Management & Networking

• Maintain strong contacts with service vendors and contractors, including:
• BBS suppliers
• Carpenters
• Shuttering contractors
• Other construction-related service vendors
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard new vendors and subcontractors.
• Build long-term relationships to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.

Materials & Services Procurement

• Oversee procurement of construction materials, tools, equipment, and services.
• Ensure timely availability of materials at project sites as per construction schedules.
• Monitor quality standards and compliance with project requirements.

Cost Control & Negotiation

• Lead price negotiations, contract finalization, and rate approvals.
• Achieve cost savings through strategic sourcing and bulk negotiations.
• Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and availability of materials.

Compliance & Coordination

• Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Planning, Accounts, and Site Teams.
• Ensure proper documentation, PO management, and vendor billing coordination.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the procurement team.
• Set performance goals and ensure efficient functioning of the procurement department.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Excellent knowledge of construction materials and services
• Strategic thinking and cost optimization expertise
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to work under tight timelines and multiple project demands

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Management (preferred)
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in procurement within a construction contractor company
• Civil engineering background is an added advantage. Candidate must have strong technical acumen with the ability to read and interpret civil/structural drawings.
• Proven experience handling large-scale construction procurement