Purchasing & Logistics Lead in Ahmedabad, India

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.

Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. AECOM is seeking an experienced Procurement & Supply Chain Management (SCM) Lead to provide programme-level oversight of procurement, manufacturing, logistics, inspection, and delivery activities across a large-scale hybrid renewable energy programme. The role is responsible for maintaining end-to-end supply chain visibility, identifying risks to critical-path equipment and materials, and driving mitigation and recovery actions to support programme delivery objectives.

The position serves as the primary interface for supply chain monitoring and escalation across project packages, ensuring timely reporting of procurement and logistics risks while supporting informed decision-making by programme leadership and the Client.

Procurement & Supply Chain Governance

Establish and maintain consolidated programme-wide visibility of procurement, manufacturing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), inspection status, dispatch, and delivery activities.
Develop and maintain supply chain reporting frameworks, dashboards, and performance metrics.
Monitor package-level procurement progress against project schedules and critical milestones.
Risk Identification & Mitigation

Identify long-lead equipment and critical path supply chain risks impacting programme delivery.
Assess risks associated with vendor capacity, manufacturing performance, transportation constraints, preservation requirements, equipment damage, and replacement lead times.
Develop mitigation recommendations and recovery strategies for emerging risks.
Logistics & Expediting Management

Coordinate expediting and recovery actions with package SCM teams, contractors, OEMs, and project leadership.
Monitor transportation, customs clearance, warehousing, and site delivery performance.
Escalate logistics bottlenecks and supply chain disruptions affecting project schedules.
Inspection & Manufacturing Coordination

Interface with quality and inspection teams regarding manufacturing progress, inspection schedules, FAT readiness, and release status.
Coordinate procurement and manufacturing updates to ensure alignment with project schedule requirements.
Support readiness assessments for critical equipment deliveries and installation activities.
Prepare regular reports highlighting procurement status, delivery performance, and key supply chain risks.
Communicate schedule impacts arising from procurement delays, transportation restrictions, material shortages, and critical spare requirements.
Provide factual delivery records and evidence-based reporting to support commercial evaluations and programme decision-making.
Collaborate with planning, construction, quality, and package management teams to ensure integrated programme delivery.
Support programme leadership in identifying recovery opportunities and supply chain optimization initiatives.
Contribute to executive reviews, risk workshops, and programme governance meetings.
Minimum Qualification and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or related discipline.
Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Project Management are desirable.
Minimum 10+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, logistics, or project delivery environments.
Experience on large-scale infrastructure, renewable energy, power, transmission, or EPC projects preferred.
Proven experience managing critical equipment procurement and international logistics activities.
Strong understanding of procurement lifecycle management.
Expertise in supply chain risk assessment and mitigation.
Knowledge of manufacturing, FAT, inspection, logistics, and transportation processes.
Experience with EPC, OEM, and contractor management environments.
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple project packages.
Advanced proficiency in project controls and reporting systems.
Preferred Experience:

Utility-scale Solar Projects.
Wind Energy Projects.
Multi-contractor EPC delivery environments.
International procurement and logistics operations.
.To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India