Procurement Consultant (Automotive Direct Materials)

Role Overview

Procurement Consultant

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Manage end-to-end sourcing of

  direct materials

  including raw materials, components, and assemblies for OEM operations.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers in line with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conduct cost benchmarking, price negotiations, and supplier performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.

2. Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and quality standards.
• Resolve supply chain issues related to delivery delays, quality deviations, and logistics challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance performance and reliability.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, R&D, quality, and logistics teams to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Support new product development (NPD) projects by sourcing and validating suppliers for prototype and mass production stages.
• Collaborate with finance to manage purchase order approvals, payment terms, and cost reporting.

4. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Track and report key procurement metrics including spend analysis, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Provide regular project updates and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure data accuracy and maintain documentation for all sourcing activities.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong background in

  direct material sourcing

  within the

  automotive or OEM environment

  .
• Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and cost analysis skills.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, vendor qualification, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with cross-functional collaboration ability.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle or similar) and MS Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• MBA in Operations / Supply Chain preferred (not mandatory).

Contract Details

• Type:

  Fixed-term contract (6 months)

• Location:

  On-site – Aurangabad

• Engagement:

  Full-time, with potential for extension or conversion based on performance and project scope