Assistant Manager - Purchasing & Supply Chain
About the Employer
Job Description
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ASSISTANT MANAGER – PURCHASING AND SUPPLY CHAIN
- Location: Colombo 02 (Head Office) – On Site
- The Job: Full Time
- Position: Assistant Manager – Purchasing and Supply Chain
- IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE — CANDIDATES ONLY
At GAIA Green Energy Holding (Pvt) Ltd, we are on a mission to build a sustainable, solar-powered Sri Lanka. As a premier provider of solar energy solutions, we empower residential, commercial, and industrial sectors with clean, renewable power. At present GAIA is holding South Asia's largest Public Private Partnership (PPP) rooftop solar project development, marking a landmark achievement for the region.
To support our lean and growing operations, we are looking for a highly driven, agile, and execution-focused Assistant Manager in Purchasing and Supply Chain. In this versatile, all-rounder role, you will take hands-on ownership of our end-to-end local procurement and international import processes, driving operational excellence and ensuring our landmark solar projects are delivered seamlessly, efficiently, and on time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage day-to-day procurement for technical components, PV solar equipment, and business services.
- Coordinate with internal engineering, project operations, and finance teams to prioritize and fulfill project needs.
- Maintain an active, authenticated vendor database and negotiate favourable commercial terms and payment structures.
- Handle international sourcing operations, including tracking shipments, managing LC/TT payments, coordinating with freight forwarders/CHAs, and securing regulatory approvals (TRCSL, SEA, VAT).
- Maintain meticulous records of all supply chain actions (POs, contracts, quotes, Air Waybills, BLs, and technical data sheets).
- Ensure absolute compliance with company processes, financial timelines, and ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- A Bachelor's Degree or Professional Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in supply chain management, ideally within the renewable energy, engineering, or construction sectors.
- Strong procurement skills for local and international sourcing, including imports and customs clearance procedures.
- Proven track record of handling vendor relationships and pricing negotiations.
- Excellent cross-functional coordination skills (working closely with Project, Finance, and Technical teams).
- Absolute comfort with a hands-on, execution-focused role in a streamlined operating environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A competitive remuneration package tailored to experience and qualifications.
- Exposure to an impactful and fast-growing renewable energy industry.
READY TO POWER YOUR CAREER WITH US?
Please send your CV to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for Assistant Manager - Purchasing and Supply Chain".
WhatsApp: +94 771 622 555
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.gaiaGreenenergy.com
Address: 140A, Vauxhall Street, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
