Procurement Manager - Plant and Supply Chain

Procurement Lead

Who we are

Johnson Controls is the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. We’re helping to create a healthy planet with solutions that decrease energy use, reduce waste and make carbon neutrality a reality.

Sustainability is a top priority for our company. We committed to invest 75 percent of new product development R&D in climate-related innovation to develop sustainable products and services. We take sustainability seriously. Achieving net zero carbon emissions before 2040 is just one of our commitments to making the world a better place.

Please visit and follow Johnson Controls LinkedIn for recent exciting activities.

Why JCI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrbigjbpxkg

JCI Asia-Pacific Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/johnson-controls-asia-pacific/

Career   The Power Behind Your Mission 

OpenBlue  This is How a Space Comes Alive 

Business Title: Procurement Manager, Chiller Plant
Region: India
Reporting: Director, Plant (Operational), Function reporting- regional Procurement
Location: Chiller Plant, Phoolgaon, Pune

What you will do:

The Data Centre Delivery Leader will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of data centre projects in India. This includes managing project timelines, financials, and ensuring high-quality execution that meets customer requirements. The role involves establishing strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients and subcontractors, while maintaining a focus on safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

How you will do it:

Procurement Strategy & Management

Develop and deploy plant-level procurement strategy aligned with corporate and regional policies

Manage key materials, strategic commodities and critical suppliers.

Establish and continuously improve supplier development, evaluation and exit mechanisms

Cost & Performance Management

Define and achieve annual cost saving and procurement performance targets for the plant.

Lead price negotiations, cost breakdown analysis, VA/VE and cost reduction initiatives.

Regularly review supplier performance (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Service) and drive improvements

Supply Assurance & Risk Management

Closely work with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Planning to ensure supply continuity

Lead resolution of major delivery, quality, claim and supply disruption issues

Ensure procurement activities comply with contract law, ISO, EHS and internal control requirements.

New Product Introduction & Engineering Support

Support new product introduction (NPI) and engineering change processes with early procurement involvement

Drive evaluation, qualification and approval of new suppliers, materials and processes.

Team & People Management

Manage and develop the plant procurement team, including performance management and capability development

Define clear roles and efficient procurement processes.

Build a professional, high-performing procurement organization and talent pipeline

Other Responsibilities

Ensure effective implementation of latest corporate policies and procedures at plant level.

Perform additional assignments as requested by management.

What we look for:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in manufacturing or plant procurement/supply chain.
• Experience in procurement team leadership or major sourcing project management
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics or related disciplines.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing industry supply market (e.g. HVAC, industrial products).
• Strong capability in cost analysis, negotiation and commercial judgement.
• CPSM / CPM / PMP certification is a plus.
• Integrity, result-driven, professional maturity
• People leadership, talent development, cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic thinking, decision making, organizational capability building
• The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and exceptional communication skills to effectively coordinate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong financial management skills, with experience in budget development and oversight, financial forecasting, and cost control
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a results-oriented mindset, with a commitment to safety and quality in all project deliverables

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contracts and financial concepts
• Familiar with engineering change and NPI processes
• Familiar with ISO, EHS, EMS and internal controls.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) – Chinese language is added advantage
• Proficient in ERP / SAP systems
• Strong communication, coordination and negotiation skills.
• Customer-oriented with strong problem-solving and pressure-handling capability

Diversity & Inclusion: Our dedication to diversity and inclusion starts with our values. We lead with integrity and purpose, focusing on the future and aligning with our customers’ vision for success. Our High-Performance Culture ensures that we have the best talent that is highly engaged and eager to innovate.  Our D&I mission elevates each employee’s responsibility to contribute to our culture. It’s through these contributions that we’ll drive the mindsets and behaviors we need to power our customers’ missions. You have the power. You have the voice. You have the culture in your hands.

Experience Level

Senior Level