Deputy Manager - Strategic Sourcing

Strategic sourcing:

• Conduct market research to understand the commodities linked to critical raw materials (RMs) to develop purchasing strategies that align with the company's goals.
• Develop and execute medium- to long-term procurement strategies for key RMs, ensuring sustainable sourcing and long-term supply chain stability.
• Continuously analyze import data to support the category head in developing sourcing strategies to balance between local and overseas vendors.
• Work closely with the Development team in price building for NPD’s and in new vendor identification.

Procurement:

• Work with the category head to strategize and execute procurement plans for critical RM’s.
• Lead contract negotiations with vendors of critical RM’s, ensuring favorable terms and conditions in collaboration with the material manager.
• Assess potential risks in the supply chain, including price volatility, vendor reliability, and geopolitical factors, and develop mitigation plans for critical RM’s.
• Identify areas of improvement in procurement and the supply chain of RM to enhance cost-effectiveness for each RM.

Support to International Business:

• Drive S&OP for exports from India and ensure servicing within committed timelines
• Manage & negotiate costs with external stakeholders involved in exporting products from India to destination countries
• Lead strategic supply chain initiatives outside India in close coordination with the international business team.

Qualification:

• Min 2 years of post MBA experience in Supply Chain (Direct Procurement) from a reputed institute (Tier 1/Tier 2 colleges only).

Industry Exposure :

• Consumer Goods
• Consumer Durables
• Electrical Manufacturing
• Pains, Adhesives
• Auto ancillary manufacturing (Tyre/Battery/Coatings/Lubricants etc)