Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.
This position will be for Vadodara Plant for Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.)
Designation: Deputy General Manager - Strategic Sourcing
Experience: 10 to 15 years
Qualification: B.E / B.Tech
Key Responsibilities:
Identify suitable Supplier for Stamping & Fabrication parts. Able to decide strategy for the supplier.
Involve in the supplier Audit & Approval process.
Development of parts with vendor, Initiate RFQ, Purchase Orders & follow-up.
Involve in Part approval process along with Engineering & Quality.
Zero based Costing, Rate fixation, Rate Negotiation, rate revision as per agreed frequency.
Able to guide team for productivity ,



New product development and commercial negotiations with vendors
Identify cost saving opportunity & work on Identified project for Cost reduction.
De-Risking & rationalize supplier base as per Sourcing Strategy.
Competencies:
Negotiation Skills – Zero / Fact Based Costing
Team Player & Self -driven. Digital Mindset
Knowledge of Manufacturing Process
Effective Communication / Issue resolution Skills
What's in it for me?
High-impact role where your decisions directly shape project success
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge solutions and innovative service providers
Team-oriented culture that values expertise and professional judgment
Career development with exposure to complex, strategic procurement initiatives
Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you — apply today
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📌 Deputy General Manager (Vadodara)
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 Vadodara