GeM Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Government eMarketplace (GeM) has one contractual opening for a Manager (Buyer Management- MoD and MHA) in New Delhi. You can apply if you are a graduate in any discipline with at least 11 years of experience in business development, key account management or a similar role. Applications go by email to [email protected] and must reach GeM by 8 November 2026. The job is at Level E-3 under GeM's Project Management Unit, for an initial period of 5 years.

GeM Manager (Buyer Management- MoD and MHA) Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the age limit, the pay or the application fee.

About GeM

Government eMarketplace is a Government Company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. It is a single digital platform that government departments, organisations and PSUs use to buy goods and services from sellers across India. It covers the whole process, from vendor registration and item selection to delivery and payment.

GeM Manager (Buyer Management- MoD and MHA) Vacancy Details 2026

GeM Manager (Buyer Management- MoD and MHA) Eligibility 2026

Eligibility is judged as on the last date for receiving applications, which is 8 November 2026. GeM's selection committee may relax or extend the eligibility criteria and educational qualifications.

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University
• Desirable: Post Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university

Experience

• Essential: At least 11 years of experience in business development, key account management or a similar role.
• Preferable: A strong understanding of Government procurement processes.
• Preferable: Knowledge of GFR, DoE procurement guidelines and the GeM procurement framework.
• Preferable: Ability to analyse procurement cases and provide practical solutions.

Required Skills

• Strong people management, relationship management and leadership skills
• Capability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Result oriented, with a high bias for action and sharp business acumen
• Empathetic, positive attitude and a desire to help clients progress towards their goals
• Ability to influence decision making for win-win results
• High on ownership and self-motivation
• Knowledge of MS Office (PowerPoint and Excel)
• Ability to perform data analytics and generate reports using a BI Tool
• Proficient in handling confidential and restricted communications
• Ability to analyze tenders and prepare detailed reports
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Before applying, check the full eligibility for the post in the official notification.

Role and Responsibilities

The Manager is the single point of contact (SPoC) for Defence (MoD) and MHA organisations and their buyers and consignees on GeM. The duties are listed under these heads:

• Buyer Management: help these organisations get onboarded, build their capacity and use GeM well. Track procurement trends and GeM adoption, and work with the relevant GeM verticals to resolve systemic issues.
• Procurement and Policy Advisory: examine cases against GFR, GeM GTC, DoE Manuals, DPM and other applicable Government rules. Advise on procurement modes such as Category, Bid, RA, Custom Bid/BOQ and PAC/STE/LTE, and recommend Defence-specific clarifications.
• Integration and Stakeholder Management: coordinate with MoD and MHA organisations, engage with senior officials, and prepare briefs, presentations, notes, ATRs and inputs for leadership.
• Procurement Case Examination: handle complex cases involving technical or financial evaluation, RA/L1, MSE/MII, post-bid changes, price matching, quantity distribution, contract amendments or cancellation, and EPBG/performance security. Recommendations must be documented and defensible.
• Monitoring and Performance Management: track GMV, orders, buyer participation, savings and other KPIs, ministry by ministry. Prepare dashboards, MIS and briefs, and monitor high-value procurements.
• Policy, Process and System Improvement: work with the Product, Technology, Policy, Category, Legal and other verticals. Support Defence-relevant GeM functions and collect structured feedback from users.
• Capacity Building and Outreach: run buyer workshops, training programmes, buyer meets and awareness sessions. Write advisories, FAQs and guidance notes, and support Defence-specific campaigns.
• Issue Resolution and Escalation: act as the escalation point for critical buyer issues, keep records of decisions, and escalate systemic or policy matters with clear recommendations.
• Key Shared Accountabilities: work with the tech and customer experience teams to communicate MoD and MHA buyer needs, for example integrated payment systems and value-added services.

Selection Process

GeM may shortlist candidates for an interview. Meeting the minimum eligibility does not guarantee a place on the interview shortlist. GeM will not take part in any correspondence about selection, and its decisions are final in all matters.

Service Conditions

• The engagement is contractual, under GeM's Project Management Unit (PMU).
• The initial period is 5 years. It can be extended depending on performance and GeM's needs.
• The place of posting is New Delhi.

Important Dates

How to Apply for GeM Manager (Buyer Management- MoD and MHA) Recruitment 2026

1. Open the application form for the post, which is on the last page of the official notification (PDF).
2. Answer every question on the form:
   • Your graduation degree, with specialisation and year of passing
   • Your post-graduation degree, with specialisation and year of passing
   • Your total experience
   • Your current annual CTC
   • Your expected annual CTC
   • Whether you have at least 11 years of experience in business development, key account management or a similar role
   • How soon you can join
   • Whether you are open to working in Delhi
   • Whether you know anyone at GeM. If you do, give that person's name, current designation and phone number.
3. Email your answers with your updated CV to [email protected].
4. Make sure your email reaches GeM by 8 November 2026. Applications received after that date will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Incomplete applications, or applications sent without the application form, will not be considered.

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