Buyer - Supply Chain Management

The work model for the role is: #LI- Onsite

This role is contributing to the Motion Business for System Drive Division in Nelamangala - Bangalore India. Main stakeholders are {Supply chain, Procure to pay, Production, Finance}.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Project Procurement Management: Handling multiple RFQs simultaneously, with long conversion cycles and extended gestation periods.
• Time-Sensitive Budgetary Activities: Delivering quick turnaround quotes for timeline-driven requirements.
• Vendor Strategy & Development: Continuously updating the approved vendor list and onboarding new suppliers to optimize cost and value across the supply chain.
• Supplier Identification & Partnerships: Engaging with strategic suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies and enhance value delivery.
• Cost Optimization Focus: Driving Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, cost breakdowns, and rigorous cost control measures.
• Supplier Qualification & Audits: Ensuring supplier compliance through qualification processes and periodic performance audits.
• Sales & Procurement Alignment: Supporting sales teams with tailored procurement solutions for ETO (Engineer-to-Order) projects and volume-based cost reductions.

• Supply Chain Expertise: 26 years of hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations within the electrical manufacturing domain, with strong command over supply chain metrics and procure-to-pay methodologies.
• Educational Background: Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering, with practical exposure to Drive Panels, LV/MV systems, and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in SAP, MS Office, and analytical tools for purchasing transactions, cost control, and supplier performance tracking.
• Supplier & Contract Management: Proven experience in supplier development, contract negotiation, and commercial management including taxation and Capex procurement.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence, and work effectively across teams and with suppliers.
• Value Engineering & Innovation: Track record of challenging the status quo and driving value engineering initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Agility & Ownership: Proactive, persistent, and results-driven with a readiness to travel domestically and thrive under pressure in dynamic supply chain environments.