Procurement Sheet Metal

You will be responsible for efficiently sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of Sheet Metal, Fasteners, Casting, and Machining components at optimal value to support the operational and strategic goals of the organization. With 6 years of relevant experience in sourcing engineering components, you will play a vital role in achieving the company's objectives. **Key Responsibilities:** - Identify and source Sheet Metal, Fasteners, Castings, and Machining components aligned with organizational needs - Negotiate with suppliers for best pricing, quality, and delivery terms - Establish and manage long-term relationships with strategic suppliers - Ensure execution of contracts with adherence to commercial and legal compliance - Maintain ZBC and global benchmarking for competitive pricing - Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including supplier classification - Monitor and drive cost-reduction initiatives and VA/VE opportunities - Ensure timely procurement with 100% compliance and zero deviation - Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with Quality teams for issue resolution - Conduct market intelligence to track trends, innovations, and supply chain risks - Develop contingency sourcing plans and ensure preparedness for audits - Maintain accurate documentation of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier correspondence - Support budgeting, cost forecasting, and financial reporting related to sourcing activities **Qualifications Required:** - Supplier Identification & Evaluation skills - Contract Negotiation & Management experience - Familiarity with Components like Sheet Metal, Casting, Forging, and Machining - DFM (Design for Manufacturing) Understanding - Cost Reduction Strategies knowledge - VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) expertise - Supply Chain Management experience - Risk Management skills - Market Intelligence capability - Business Compliance knowledge If you join Exide Energy Solutions Limited, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in enabling best-in-class component pricing, driving competitiveness in the EV battery segment, and delivering high-quality parts timely to support seamless manufacturing and customer satisfaction.,