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Siemens Energy is focused on helping customers navigate the world's most pressing energy problems.

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced engineering technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees.

With us, you can do something significant that benefits society and human progress

Your new role – challenging and future-oriented

The Lead Buyer – Auxiliary Procurement is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities for Factory packages, ensuring cost competitiveness, timely delivery, quality compliance, and alignment with project and organizational objectives. The role requires strong commercial acumen, supplier management expertise, and cross-functional coordination with engineering, projects, quality, and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

Work in close collaboration with global team to support L4G initiatives.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for BOP commodities for Steam Turbines I.e. Generator, Gearbox, Skids, Electrical Panels etc.
Leading the expediting, technical, quality & commercial clarifications with the suppliers and global procurement team.
Work with clear targets to achieve OTD and ScNCC targets.
Lead supplier identification, evaluation, qualification, and onboarding processes.
Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to ensure competitive sourcing.

Commercial & Contract Management

Lead techno-commercial evaluations and negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual clauses.
Finalize purchase orders and contracts in line with company policies and delegated authority.
Manage contract amendments, claims, and dispute resolution related to suppliers.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

Build and maintain long-term strategic relationships with suppliers.
Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Mitigate supply risks through alternate sourcing strategies and contingency planning.

Cost Optimization & Value Engineering

Drive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, localization, and long-term agreements.
Support standardization and specification optimization efforts in collaboration with engineering.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and applicable legal and contractual requirements.
Maintain accurate procurement documentation and audit-ready records.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Cost savings and value realization
On-time delivery and supplier performance
Contract compliance and risk mitigation
Stakeholder satisfaction
Contribution to project schedule adherence

We don't need superheroes, just super minds:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline preferably Mechanical/Industrial/Production.
Experience Requirements
8 to 12 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain
Strong expertise in Casting and Forgings.
Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
Sound understanding of engineering drawings and specifications
Strong analytical, cost modeling, and commercial evaluation skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex projects
Effective communication and leadership abilities
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle or equivalent) and MS Excel

We've got quite a lot to offer. How about you

This role is based in Vadodara. You'll also get to visit other locations in India and beyond, so you'll need to go where this journey takes you. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries – and the shape of things to come.

We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and imagination and help us shape tomorrow.

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