Lead Buyer - Direct Procurement

Your mission

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Commodity Buyer to lead procurement activities for critical commodities in our rolling stock division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization, preferably within the Indian railway ecosystem.

Your profile

Key Responsibilities and Authority:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key rolling stock components, including bogies, braking systems, car bodies, couplers, cab doors, and buffers.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and timely delivery.
• Negotiate supply agreements, pricing, and commercial terms with domestic and international suppliers.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and logistics teams to meet project and production requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and applicable Indian Railways and RDSO requirements.
• Manage procurement for project-based and serial production requirements.
• Support Make-or-Buy decisions, localization, and vendor development in line with Make in India initiatives.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of procurement/sourcing experience in the railway industry, preferably with rolling stock OEMs, component manufacturers, or railway operators.
• Strong knowledge of Indian railway systems, specifications, and regulatory requirements (RDSO, Indian Railways, Metro Rail)
• Proven expertise in negotiation, contract management, cost optimization, and supply chain risk management.
• Experience in global sourcing, supplier qualification, and localization of imported components.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and Microsoft Office.

Why us

• Lead a nationally significant railway project with transformative potential.
• Engage with advanced technologies and industry-leading experts.
• Thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and growth-oriented work environment.

Kinet Railway Solutions Ltd., an Indian manufacturer of electric passenger trains, was established to manufacture and maintain 1,920 Vande Bharat sleeper coaches. In partnership with RVNL and Indian Railways, Kinet is driving Indias railway modernization by integrating cutting-edge technology, enhancing passenger experience, and strengthening rail infrastructure. Committed to local manufacturing, regional suppliers, and workforce development, the company operates a state-of-the-art factory in Latur and an engineering center in Hyderabad. A maintenance depot is already under construction in Jodhpur, with further facilities planned in Delhi and Bengaluru – shaping the future of rail travel in India.