Manager -CandP

Job Requirements

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries

www.godrejindustries.com

About Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)

Godrej Properties brings the Godrej Group philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence to the real estate industry. Each Godrej Properties development combines the over 125-year legacy of excellence and trust with a commitment to cutting-edge design, technology, and sustainability.

www.godrejproperties.com

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategic Management:
• Lead and manage the procurement function across multiple villa development projects and high rise construction, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budget.
• Develop and implement category-wise procurement strategies for civil, architectural finishes, MEP, landscape, infrastructure, and villa-specific materials.
• Ensure organizational contract development and management align with integrity, compliance, and corporate governance principles.
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, offering insights on contract performance, partner management, and risk mitigation.
• Support the development and implementation of contracting frameworks for large-scale projects.
• Drive value engineering initiatives and identify alternative materials, vendors, and technologies to improve project profitability.
• Procurement & Tendering:
• Manage end-to-end procurement and tendering processes, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and finalization.
• Conduct market research to identify innovative, cost-effective products and services aligned with project needs.
• Prepare and review tender documents, issue vendor enquiries, negotiate terms, and recommend vendors for approval per company SOPs.
• Procure key villa construction packages including:
• Civil and structural materials
• Finishing materials (tiles, marble, stone, wood flooring, paints)
• Doors, windows, kitchens, wardrobes, and interior fit-outs
• MEP systems and equipment
• Landscaping and external development works
• Premium and imported villa finishes
• Contract Administration & Execution:
• Draft, review, and manage contracts for contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with legal, commercial, and organizational standards.
• Monitor adherence to contract terms, conditions, and performance benchmarks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement robust controls for procurement processes, cost control, cash flow monitoring, and payment processing.
• Collaborate with the Central Contracts Team on contract-related matters to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, delegated authority matrices, governance standards, and audit requirements.
• Financial Oversight & Reporting:
• Track project budgets against expenditures, forecast cash flow needs, and prepare monthly progress and MIS reports.
• Conduct audits of contractor/vendor bills to verify compliance with contract terms before processing payments.
• Drive procurement savings and cost reduction initiatives while maintaining required quality standards.
• Vendor Management:
• Support the pre-qualification and onboarding process for new vendors and contractors in line with regional requirements.
• Build and maintain a strong supplier network for villa-specific products and premium residential construction materials.
• Address vendor-related issues to ensure timely delivery of goods and services at project sites.
• Participate in resolving contractual claims, deviations, and extra work issues as per company policies.
• Project Coordination & Risk Management:
• Collaborate closely with Consultants,Design, Planning, Project Management, Execution team, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure timely procurement support.
• Analyze project data to prepare forecasts, identify trends, and support decision-making for improved project performance.
• Review change requests from contractors/consultants, ensuring alignment with project goals, scope, and budgets.
• Manage project transactions efficiently through SAP and other relevant systems.
• Process Improvement & Contract Closeout:
• Lead the contract closeout process, ensuring all deliverables are met, and documentation is accurately completed.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness within the contracts and procurement functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve interdepartmental challenges and improve project outcomes.
• Capture and implement lessons learned, supplier performance insights, and market intelligence for future projects.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in contracts and procurement, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Relevant experience in procurement for villa, high rise developments, luxury residential projects, plotted developments.
• Strong exposure to procurement of civil, finishing, MEP, landscape, and infrastructure packages.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of contract management, procurement processes, and Construction Materials & Villa Finishes Procurement.
• Proficiency in SAP and other financial reporting tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
  

Work Experience

8–10 years

Benefits

Be an equal parent

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return

Paternity support, including paid leave

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Gender transition support

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Trust based sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Performance-based earning opportunities

https://www.godrejcareers.com/benefits/

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.

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