Leader- Strategic Sourcing (Tier 1 Automotive Industry)

We are seeking an experienced Leader- Strategic Sourcing for one of our key clients (Tier 1 Automotive) in Pune. This role demands deep understanding of Tier 1 Automotive strategic sourcing, Supplier development and Part/ Product Development at Supplier end

Job Goal

• To identify and develop a capable supplier base for the upcoming sourcing requirements of the organization as per AOP/ Business Plans
• To ensure satisfactory performance of suppliers on overall cost, desired quality, on time delivery, capacity, NPD considering the increasing requirements of the organization YOY
• To set processes which will drive the sourcing function to new heights to meet targets of future growth on revenue and profitability

Key Responsibilities:

• Survey, identify & Shortlist potential suppliers (Visit / Review & Audit of Supplier capabilities) (Analysis / Monitor Purchase data.)
• Develop parts locally - Localization.
• Supplier de-risking & consolidation
• Process optimization to drive cost effectiveness in supply chain.
• Product development and approval with new suppliers
• Finalize Tooling cost for parts to be developed locally
• Optimize part cost through ZBC and TCO

Routine Activities:

• To ensure availability of strong supplier base to cater to all manufacturing locations, new product programs (CCPM ) , technology upgradations and supplier contacts.
• Ensuring deliverables for development of parts as per CCPM time line.
• Keep the interest of suppliers high through allocation of appropriate product mix & business growth.
• Consolidate suppliers where the situation so demands.
• Develop the suppliers at locations where they are required to reduce the logistic effort which also will minimize the inventory and space.
• Continuous analysis of potential Make vs Buy
• Development of people

Knowledge:

• Strategic sourcing of Automotive Tier 1 and Tier 2 Supplier base (India & Abroad),
• Hands on experience on different commodities, Spend analysis, RM changes, Tooling industry knowledge
• Manufacturing processes exposure Plastic Molding /Sheet Metal / Rubber Molding / PDC
• Quality system IATF 16949
• Deep understanding of TCO & tool costing
• Understanding of cost drivers in SCM
• Hands-on experience on PPAP

Experience:

About 20 years (Automotive Tier 1 company experience is a MUST).

Commodities Plastic molding / Stamping / PDC / Rubber molding exposure is preferred.

Qualification:

B.E Mechanical / Production/ Automobile, Post graduation / Diploma in material management / sourcing preferred