The Strategic Procurement Planner is responsible for elevating procurement from a transactional function to a strategic business enabler — combining rigorous category management, data-driven decision support, and process transformation to drive measurable cost savings, supply chain resilience, and competitive advantage in solar EPC tendering.

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Responsibilities & Accountabilities

1. Decision Support & Executive Reporting

-Develop structured, decision-ready dashboards and reports — not raw data dumps

-Translate supply chain data into clear insights, risks, and actionable recommendations

-Prepare weekly executive summaries covering:

• Key decisions required by management
• Cost movements and risk exposure
• Supply constraints and opportunities

-Drive standardisation of reporting formats and cadence across all active projects

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2. Supply Chain Automation & Process Transformation

-Design and implement automated workflows for RFQ, sourcing, cost comparison, bid evaluation, and supplier performance tracking

-Evaluate tactical and strategic procurement processes and operational performance of sites; perform gap analysis and identify improvement plans

-Improve ERP utilisation; integrate procurement data across functions to eliminate silos

-Reduce manual processes and improve cycle time, accuracy, and auditability

-Participate in organisational design activities to achieve supply chain operational excellence

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3. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

-Develop and execute category strategies for key solar EPC components: modules, inverters, structures, BOS, and subcontractors

-Work with management to implement sourcing strategies for externally procured parts and services under Category Management

-Evaluate supply chain data across business entities; develop procurement strategy by category

-Build cost models and benchmarks to support project pricing and tender decisions

-Lead high-impact negotiations for key packages; draft and negotiate terms of contracts and agreements in accordance with company standards

-Derive and actively manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

-Develop and implement a structured plan to achieve cost savings targets

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4. Tender & Commercial Support

-Partner with Business Development and Tender teams to validate cost assumptions, ensure supply feasibility, and identify optimisation opportunities

-Provide risk-adjusted supply chain inputs for competitive bidding

-Assist in conducting professional bids and tenders; implement new or modified sources of supply in line with agreed strategies

-Challenge internal assumptions with data-backed insights; ensure commercial discipline without compromising project speed

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5. Supplier Strategy & Performance Management

-Rationalise and segment the supplier base into strategic, preferred, and transactional tiers

-Establish supplier scorecards covering cost, delivery, quality, and flexibility metrics

-Build and manage effective supplier management processes and strong long-term supplier partnerships

-Develop and implement supplier evaluation, audit, and development processes and tools.

-Implement contingency strategies for critical supply risks; rationalise supply base across group companies

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6. Market Intelligence & Risk Management

-Monitor market trends across pricing (modules, logistics, FX, raw materials), supplier capacity, and supply reliability

-Conduct scenario analysis and provide forward-looking insights to management

-Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks proactively

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7. Governance, Compliance & Policy

-Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and contract governance standards

-Assure policies and documentation are followed to ensure consistent and compliant supply chain integration

-Standardise sourcing, evaluation, and approval processes across the group

-Maintain commercial discipline and uphold procurement integrity at all times

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• A Master’s Degree or professional certification (e.g. CIPS, CSCP, CPIM, CPSM) is an added advantage
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Demonstrated experience in category management, supplier negotiation, and contract management
• Experience in project-based or EPC procurement environments is strongly preferred
• Background in the solar, renewable energy, or utilities sector is an advantage
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement platforms (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Strong command of data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or equivalent); ability to build decision-ready dashboards and reports
• Solid understanding of cost modelling, TCO frameworks, and PPV management
• Familiarity with contract law fundamentals and procurement governance in a regulated or project-driven environment