Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply chain manager having sourcing hands on experience and deep understanding in emission control systems. In this role, you will play a crucial role in setting up supply chain, negotiation, vendor onboarding etc. for our new product in emission control space.

Responsibilities

• To identify and onboard vendor network relevant to our product
• Carry out detailed ZBC/Should be cost for all components with the help of CFT
• Negotiate with vendors and create agreements to safeguard the company's interest in longer-term
• Collaborate closely with research and development teams in DFM for new concepts
• Indigenization of critical high-value components to reduce the cost in the long term and maintain the competitive edge
• Hedging the supplier hold-up risk by building the right supplier network redundancy
• Responsible for implementing, reviewing and supporting the development of vendor risk framework and strong operating rhythms to conduct periodic risk assessments.

What you’ll need

• Ability to prioritize departmental activities and set effective (SMART) goals and objectives in line with overall corporate strategy.
• Ability to manage logistics of all aspects of the supply chain, from product development to the shipment of finished items.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Prior experience in emission control space would be an added advantage.
• Financial analysis know-how
• Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Experience working in a start-up/ multi-location manufacturing organization is a plus

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with emission control systems
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Work experience in dealing with overseas vendors will be beneficial
• 2+ years of direct experience with International procurement