Ridhira Group - Head - Procurement & Contracts

• Location: Hyderabad (Nanakaramguda / Projects across India).
• Industry: Hospitality / Real Estate / Luxury Communities.
• Experience: 15-20 Years (Hospitality / Hotels Mandatory).
• Role Overview:

• We are looking for a highly experienced Procurement & Contracts leader to drive end-to-end sourcing, contract management, and cost optimization strategies across large-scale hospitality, wellness, and real estate projects.
• The role will be responsible for managing procurement across pre-opening, construction, renovations, and operational phases, ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and compliance with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing:

• Develop and implement centralized procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Drive strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Identify procurement opportunities across projects, operations, and new developments.
• Lead global and domestic sourcing for materials, FF&E, OS&E, and services.

Contracts & Commercial Management:

• Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle management (drafting, negotiation, execution, closure).
• Handle high-value contract negotiations with contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Ensure commercial viability, risk mitigation, and compliance with statutory norms.
• Oversee tendering processes (RFI / RFP / RFQ / ITT) and bid evaluations.

Project Procurement (Pre-Opening & Development):

• Manage procurement for civil, MEP, interiors, and hospitality fit-outs.
• Support design, planning, and execution teams for timely project delivery.
• Ensure alignment with brand standards (luxury hotels / wellness retreats).
• Drive procurement for green / sustainable / LEED-certified projects.

Vendor Management & Supplier Development:.

• Build and maintain a strong vendor ecosystem (local & international).
• Lead supplier evaluation, onboarding, and performance management.
• Conduct e-auctions and competitive bidding to ensure best pricing.
• Develop long-term strategic partnerships with key vendors.

Budgeting, Cost Control & Cash Flow:

• Drive budget planning, cost benchmarking, and variance control.
• Monitor project and operational procurement budgets.
• Optimize cash flow, payment cycles, and working capital efficiency.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Operations Procurement:

• Oversee procurement for ongoing hotel/resort operations.
• Manage sourcing for F&B, retail, spa, and facility management.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply chain and inventory optimization.

Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure adherence to statutory compliance, import/export regulations (EPCG/DFCE).
• Maintain procurement policies, SOPs, and audit readiness.
• Ensure ethical sourcing and governance standards.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead and mentor procurement and contracts teams across projects.
• Collaborate with projects, finance, design, and operations teams.
• Work closely with leadership on procurement strategy and planning.
• Engage with international brands, consultants, and partners.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership.
• Contract Negotiation & Commercial Acumen.
• Vendor Management & Supplier Development.
• Tendering (RFI/RFP/ITT) & E-Auctions.
• Budgeting, Cost Optimization & Cash Flow Management.
• Project Procurement (Civil, MEP, Interiors, FF&E, OS&E).
• Import/Export & Regulatory Compliance.
• Stakeholder & Cross-functional Collaboration.

Preferred Background:

• Mandatory experience in Hospitality / Hotels / Resorts / Luxury Projects.
• Experience with brands like Accor, Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Mahindra Holidays, etc. preferred.
• Exposure to large-scale multi-location projects and pre-opening setups.
• Experience in sustainable / green building projects is an added advantage.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (Engineering / Science / Commerce).
• Certifications in Supply Chain / Procurement / Project Management (preferred).

Why Join Ridhira Group:

• Opportunity to work on luxury wellness communities & hospitality projects.
• Exposure to end-to-end project lifecycle (design to operations).
• High-impact leadership role with strategic decision-making.
• Fast-growing organization with innovation-driven culture.