SCM Procurement - Solar modules & O&M

Weekday AI is seeking an experienced SCM Procurement professional for a full-time role in Gurugram, India, focused on sourcing solar modules and O&M equipment. Responsibilities include managing procurement activities, developing sourcing strategies, evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of solar technologies, and excellent negotiation and communication skills.
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Location: Gurgaon

JobType: full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented SCM Procurement professional to manage end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities related to solar modules and operations & maintenance (O&M) equipment. This role is critical in ensuring the seamless supply of high-quality materials and services required for solar projects, while optimizing costs and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of solar supply chains, procurement strategies, and vendor management in the renewable energy sector.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage procurement activities for solar PV modules, inverters, balance-of-system (BoS) components, and O&M consumables/spares.
• Develop sourcing strategies to meet technical specifications, delivery timelines, and cost targets for utility-scale and rooftop solar projects.
• Conduct technical and commercial evaluation of supplier proposals in collaboration with engineering and project teams.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified vendors, both domestic and international, with a strong focus on Tier 1 solar module manufacturers.
• Lead contract negotiations including pricing, payment terms, warranty clauses, and service level agreements.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials to align with project execution schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery reliability, and material quality, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, supplier databases, and cost analysis reports.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, logistics, and project execution teams to ensure smooth cross-functional coordination.
• Monitor market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and policy changes related to solar modules and renewable energy equipment to inform procurement decisions.

Key Skills and Competencies:
• Proven experience (5-10 years) in procurement and supply chain management, specifically in solar modules and O&M equipment procurement.
• Strong understanding of solar PV technologies, module specifications (mono, bifacial, PERC, etc.), and O&M requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex vendor negotiations, long-term agreements, and supplier relationship management.
• Familiarity with government policies, MNRE guidelines, ALMM compliance, and import/export procedures related to solar equipment.
• Excellent commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement tools, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field. MBA or PGDM in Supply Chain/Operations preferred.
• Experience in utility-scale solar EPC companies or solar IPPs will be a strong advantage