Sourcing Specialist

Role Overview: As a Sourcing Specialist in the dairy and food technology industry, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services. Your role will involve analyzing market trends, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with internal teams to optimize supply chain performance. The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for cost reduction opportunities, and experience in supplier management within the dairy and food sector. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct thorough market research to identify, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost, and compliance with food safety standards. - Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals, cost optimization, and risk mitigation in dairy and food technology procurement. - Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and long-term agreements while ensuring regulatory compliance. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster collaboration, continuous improvement, and supply chain efficiency. - Analyze procurement costs, monitor market trends, and implement cost-saving initiatives to enhance profitability without compromising quality. - Work closely with procurement, production, R&D, quality assurance, and logistics teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations. - Ensure all suppliers adhere to regulatory requirements, food safety guidelines, sustainability standards, and ethical sourcing practices. - Track supplier performance through key metrics such as on-time delivery, quality assurance, and service levels, and take corrective actions when necessary. - Manage sourcing for specific categories such as dairy ingredients, food additives, packaging materials, and processing equipment. - Continuously review and enhance sourcing processes to drive efficiency and reduce lead times. - Keep up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and market conditions that could impact sourcing decisions. Qualifications Required: - Significant experience in Global Supply chain Process, Sourcing, and Procurement Process. - Experience of procurement of electrical components control panel, PLC panel. - Awareness of certification required region-wise for control panel i.e., CE certification, Atex, etc. - Team Leader experience in Supply Management / Sourcing / Procurement / Business operations. - Preferable background from Food and Beverage industry/ Dairy industry. - Demonstrated Business and financial acumen. - Experience with SAP, E Sourcing Platforms, and Project Management Tools. - Experience managing multiple projects in a dynamic global environment. - Fluent with Excel & Data Analytics, Power Point, and Reporting out to Business & global Leadership. - Execution - persistent drive for results, utilizing sound project management, organizational and problem-solving skills, and Strategic thinker. - Travel up to 30%. (Note: The JD did not include any additional details about the company.),