AM / Manager - Spares Procurement ( Ash Handling Plant ) - Vijayawada

Position Summary:

We are looking for a seasoned Manager Spares Procurement with a strong background in sourcing and procuring spares for Ash Handling Systems used in Thermal Power Plants. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in vendor development, cost negotiation, and supply chain optimization for mission-critical spare parts.

This role is crucial to maintaining operational reliability by ensuring timely availability of high-quality spares at the most cost-effective terms.

Location: Vijayawada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Planning:
  Plan and manage procurement of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation spares specifically related to ash handling systems in thermal power plants.
• Vendor Development:
  Identify, evaluate, and develop new vendors to build a robust and reliable supplier base, including OEMs and alternate part manufacturers.
• Sourcing & Negotiation:
  Conduct competitive sourcing, price negotiations, and vendor performance evaluations to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are met.
• Technical Evaluation:
  Work with maintenance and engineering teams to understand specifications and ensure technical accuracy in procurement.
• Inventory Coordination:
  Coordinate with stores and inventory teams to maintain optimum stock levels and reduce procurement lead times.
• Contract Management:
  Prepare and manage purchase orders, vendor agreements, rate contracts, and AMC (Annual Maintenance Contracts) where applicable.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory norms. Maintain all procurement-related documentation and reports.
• Market Intelligence:
  Keep up-to-date with trends in ash handling system technologies, spare part substitutes, and vendor capabilities.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in spares procurement, specifically for ash handling systems in thermal power plants.
• Sound technical understanding of spares used in pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical ash handling equipment.
• Proven ability to identify and onboard new vendors, including OEMs and local manufacturers.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in cost benchmarking and supply chain optimization.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / etc.), and procurement tools.
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with or sourcing from major thermal power utilities and ash handling equipment OEMs.
• Ability to read technical drawings/specs and translate them into procurement requirements.
• Exposure to vendor audits and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems and spare parts management best practices

Interested pls revert with your updated resume to [email removed] or WhatsApp [phone removed].