Procurement cum Operations Manager

As an Operations Manager with Solar experience, you will play a critical role in managing the supply chain and procurement process to ensure timely availability of materials and services within budget, while maintaining quality and sustainability standards. Your responsibilities will include strategic procurement planning, vendor and supplier management, procurement budgeting, supply chain optimization, material and equipment sourcing, contract management, quality assurance, cost analysis, risk management, compliance with laws and ethical standards, inventory management, reporting and documentation, supplier relationship management, continuous improvement, and emergency procurement planning. You will be tasked with developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with the company's objectives, setting procurement goals, evaluating vendors and suppliers based on cost, quality, and sustainability criteria, negotiating contracts, managing the procurement budget, streamlining the supply chain process, sourcing materials and equipment for solar projects, managing contracts and agreements, ensuring quality standards, analyzing costs for savings opportunities, managing risks, ensuring compliance with regulations and ethical standards, optimizing inventory levels, maintaining procurement records, building strong supplier relationships, seeking process improvement opportunities, and developing contingency plans for emergency procurement situations. This role requires strong negotiation skills, market knowledge, and the ability to balance cost considerations with quality and ethical standards. You will collaborate with various teams such as quality control to ensure procurement activities meet specified standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing procurement reports for senior management, staying updated on industry best practices, and fostering strategic partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors. This is a full-time, permanent position with a day shift schedule that requires in-person work at the specified location.,