Technical Procurement Section Head
First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
1. Technical Procurement Operations
Manage the procurement of technical equipment, mechanical & electrical spare parts, instrumentation, and maintenance materials for plant operations.
Ensure timely availability of critical spare parts and equipment to minimize production downtime.
Supervise the complete procurement cycle from purchase requisition to supplier selection, purchase order, delivery, and follow-up.
2. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate, and develop local and international suppliers of technical equipment and industrial spare parts.
Lead supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
Maintain approved supplier lists and conduct regular supplier performance evaluations.
3. Technical Equipment & Spare Parts
Manage procurement of critical plant equipment and spare parts, including pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, bearings, piping & fittings, instrumentation, electrical components, and other industrial equipment.
Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to understand technical requirements and ensure specification compliance.
4. Cost Control & Optimization
Support cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
Analyze procurement spend and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
Monitor market trends related to industrial equipment and technical spare parts.
5. Contract & Compliance Management
Assist in negotiating and managing procurement contracts and agreements.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, safety, and quality requirements.
6. Team Leadership & Reporting
Supervise and guide procurement officers and buyers.
Monitor procurement KPIs, savings, supplier performance, and purchasing activities.
Prepare regular procurement reports for management.
Act as Procurement Manager delegate when required
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
7–10 years of experience in Technical Procurement / Engineering Procurement.
Proven experience in industrial, mining, metals, cement, or heavy manufacturing sectors.
Strong experience in procurement of technical equipment, mechanical & electrical spare parts, instrumentation, and maintenance materials is mandatory.
Hands-on experience in sourcing items such as pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, bearings, piping, instrumentation, and industrial equipment.
Experience in local and international sourcing, supplier evaluation, and commercial negotiations.
Strong understanding of technical specifications, equipment requirements, and spare parts procurement.
Previous experience in team supervision or leadership is preferred.
Excellent command of English, with strong verbal and written communication skills, is required.
Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.