Job Description

Role & responsibilities 1. Vendor Management Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. Regularly assess supplier performance on quality, delivery, and pricing metrics. Resolve vendor disputes and collaborate with internal teams (technical, quality, and marketing) to address price, quality, and delivery issues. 2. Sourcing Identify and source high-quality direct and indirect materials for manufacturing operations. Conduct market research to find cost-saving opportunities in the supply chain. Ensure sourcing activities adhere to company policies and legal requirements. Drive margin improvements through strategic cost reduction initiatives. 3. Contract Negotiation Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable pricing and terms. Oversee contract renewals and ensure compliance with agreed terms. 4. Process Optimization Review and optimize sourcing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with organizational objectives. 5. Risk Management Identify supply chain risks and develop contingency plans. Maintain a diversified supplier base to mitigate risks. 6. Costing Expertise in zero-based costing for machining and sheet metal fabrication. Familiarity with commodity indexing (steel rounds, sheets, aluminum). 7. Team Working Part of a team of 4-5 sourcing professionals within the company. Set performance goals and monitor self-progress, providing regular feedback and support. The ideal candidate should have worked in the core team project procurement Team. Preferred candidate profile Experience in sustainable sourcing and market trend analysis. Financial acumen and demonstrated success in cost optimization. Well versed with all the MS Office applications ERP/ SAP is must Perks and benefits As per industry standards.