Category Buyer (Off Role)

1. JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for procurement of Auto / IT industry -related requirements (software license, IT
hardware, renewals of software/hardware, networking, etc.), and IT projects (IoT, PLM,
SharePoint, etc.).

2. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
(Accountabilities associated with the job) Responsible for sourcing IT-related hardware, various
software, AMC renewals of various software/products, through negotiations with potential
bidders. Understand technical recommendations, source IT projects for digitization &
automation, create POs and contracts, and resolve queries from internal and external
stakeholders.
1. Sourcing of IT-related requirements
o Receive PR with technical specifications and clarify technical recommendations
o Find potential bidders
o Float RFQ and get quotations
o Enter into negotiations
o Create commercial comparison sheet
o Get commercial approval as per DOA
o Award POs
o Follow up for GRIN and payment to supplier
o Sourcing of solar-related projects
2. Preparation of contracts
o Identify common requirements
o Find potential bidders
o Float RFQ and get quotations
o Enter into negotiations
o Create commercial comparison sheet
o Get commercial approval as per DOA
o Prepare contract in coordination with the legal department
o Share the contract with relevant stakeholders
3. VA VE & IT projects
o Project identification
o Receive Scope of Work and clarify technical recommendations
o Form CFT
o Supplier selection
o Conduct meetings with CFT & suppliers
o Commercial negotiations, get proof of concept (POC) completed from supplier &
user department
o Track projects with supplier and users
o Implementation of projects
4. Monthly MIS to management
o Create savings report, PR to PO conversion details, ToD status
o Creating & consolidating the MIS reports for indirect purchase
5. Query resolution / coordination
o Assist stakeholders (plant purchase team, users, etc.) with their daily issues,
supplier-related issues, and SAP system-related issues
o Identify Process Improvement Projects
6. Coordination with Logistics and stores teams.
o A good understanding of incoterms.
o Should understand GRN/SRN terms and invoice booking.
o Must know how to manage deliverables and custom related queries.