Chief Porcurement Officer- Auto components Manufacturer- Delhi

• Lead strategic sourcing for mission-critical parts in a dynamic environment
• Influence decisions and shape the company's future procurement strategy
  

About Our Client

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership

• Define and execute the procurement strategy in alignment with company goals and production plans.
• Lead sourcing and contract negotiations for key categories including raw materials (steel, aluminum, polymers), machined parts, fasteners, electronic components, and indirect spend.
• Establish and optimize supplier panels across local and international geographies.
  

Vendor Management & Development

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery benchmarks.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard strategic partners and alternate suppliers to mitigate risks and drive innovation.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action initiatives.
  

Cost Optimization & Value Engineering

• Drive cost savings through commercial negotiations, localisation, and VA/VE initiatives.
• Benchmark pricing, analyse commodity trends, and maintain cost transparency.
  

Operations & Supply Chain Alignment

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, logistics, and R&D teams to ensure procurement supports operational efficiency and new product development.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to support production schedules without overstocking.
  

Governance, Compliance & Systems

• Implement procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, and supplier audits.
• Leverage ERP systems and digital tools to drive visibility, process automation, and spend analysis.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and regulatory standards.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a high-performing procurement team across multiple plants or locations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement.
  

The Successful Applicant

• B.E./B.Tech and MBA.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in procurement/sourcing, preferably in automotive or engineering component manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of global and domestic supplier ecosystems in the auto component industry.
• Proven track record in cost optimisation, strategic sourcing, and vendor development.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and data-driven decision-making.
  

What's on Offer

• Be part of a growing auto components manufacturer at the forefront of innovation and quality.
• Lead strategic sourcing for mission-critical parts in a high-performance environment.
• Influence decisions at the highest level and shape the company's future supply chain strategy
  

Contact: Aaron Rodgers

Quote job ref: JN-072025-6799418