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Nishant Choubey

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Procurement Lead and General Manager at GMR ENERGY LTD.
📍 Delhi, India

Nishant is a seasoned procurement and contracts professional with 28 years of experience, specializing in strategic sourcing and complex negotiations for the energy sector. An alumnus of the National Institute of Technology Raipur, he is described by colleagues as sincere and intelligent. He has a track record of delivering significant cost savings on large-scale projects.

He demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, recently earning a certification in AI Tools. Nishant also follows inspirational leadership stories and shows an interest in the advancement of Indias education sector, reflecting a broader appreciation for mentorship and national development.

During the post-2008 economic crisis, he re-negotiated aluminum smelter contracts, single-handedly saving his company approximately INR 6 billion.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Procurement Lead and General Manager
Job Level
Senior
Location
Delhi, India
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Strategic Contract Negotiation
His career is highlighted by exceptional negotiation skills, having saved billions for Vedanta and achieved 20% savings on major power projects for Indiabulls.
Energy Sector Procurement
Leads procurement for diverse CAPEX and OPEX items across power generating facilities, with experience in coal, gas, solar, and iron ore projects.
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Career

Work history

4-2015
Procurement Lead and General Manager
GMR ENERGY LTD.
7-2014 - 4-2015
Sr. Commercial Manager - C&P, OBD
SEPCOIII Shandong Electric Power Construction Corp.
3-2013 - 4-2014
Head - Commercial
WESTERN CLUSTER LTD.
11-2009 - 3-2013
General Manager - Contracts & Commercial
INDIABULLS POWER LTD.
10-2005 - 10-2009
Associate General Manager - Commercial
VEDANTA ALUMINIUM LTD.
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Education
1989 - 1993
Bachelor's degree
National Institute of Technology Raipur
2008 - 2008
MDP
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
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