Cost Manager - Procurement, Chennai
Core
Lead procurement cost management, vendor sourcing, strategic procurement, commercial negotiations, and contract administration for large-scale construction, infrastructure, and real estate projects.
Role type
Senior Procurement Cost Manager
Builds
Procurement strategies, vendor databases, cost estimates, and contract portfolios for construction and infrastructure projects
Domain
Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure, Data Centers, Industrial Projects
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
commercial acumen, vendor management, cost estimation, budget control, contract negotiation, RFQ/RFP management, value engineering, spend analysis, risk mitigation, stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
experience in EPC/PMC projects, managing large procurement budgets, exposure to interior fit-out
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end procurement for materials, equipment, and subcontract packages; conduct RFQs/RFPs and bid evaluations; lead commercial negotiations for cost savings; prepare cost estimates and monitor spend against budgets; administer purchase orders and contracts; collaborate with project, engineering, and finance teams; monitor market trends and mitigate supply chain risks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC