Job Description: Senior Lead – Strategic Sourcing (Purchase)

Location: Kalol, Gandhinagar

Experience: 7+ Years

Salary: Up to ₹12 LPA

Role Objective

The Senior Lead – Strategic Sourcing will be responsible for developing and executing a long-term sourcing strategy that ensures the timely availability of high-quality materials at the most competitive costs. You will lead the procurement lifecycle, from vendor identification and risk assessment to contract negotiation and performance management.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 7+ years in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing (Experience in Engineering, Automotive, or Manufacturing sectors is highly preferred).

Education: B.E. / B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical) or Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management. An MBA in Operations/SCM is a significant advantage.

Technical Skills: * Expertise in SAP/ERP procurement modules.

Advanced knowledge of MS Excel for data-driven decision-making.

Understanding of GST, Import/Export documentation, and Incoterms.

Soft Skills: High integrity, exceptional negotiation prowess, and strong leadership capabilities.

Benefits

Competitive annual package of up to ₹12 LPA.

Opportunity to lead a high-impact team in a growth-oriented company.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Experience Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key categories (Raw Materials, Components, or Indirect Spend) to drive cost savings and value.

Vendor Management: Identify, audit, and onboard new suppliers globally and locally. Maintain a robust "Supplier Scorecard" to monitor quality, delivery, and compliance.

Negotiation & Contracting: Lead high-stake negotiations to secure favorable pricing, credit terms, and service level agreements (SLAs).

Cost Optimization: Conduct "Should-Cost" modeling and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis to identify saving opportunities.

Risk Mitigation: Develop contingency plans for critical supplies to ensure zero production downtime due to supply chain disruptions.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to understand technical specifications and ensure material suitability.