Position: Senior Sourcing Manager – Wiring and Cable Harness (Automotive Industry)

Location: Bangalore, India

Organization: Cyient DLM

Experience: Minimum 12 - 15 years

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics OR Mechanical Engineering

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the sourcing and procurement of components related to automotive cable and wiring harness assemblies, including connectors, wires, cables, terminals, and electronic parts.

- Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, focusing on:

- Part development and validation

- Cable assembly outsourcing

- Overmolding and tooling for cable assemblies

- Ensure on-time availability of components by proactively coordinating with suppliers and mitigating potential delays.

- Drive cost reduction strategies through supplier negotiations, alternate sourcing, value engineering, and localization.

- Work closely with internal cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Program Management) and OEM customers during the development and part approval (PPAP/APQP) phases.

- Apply knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS standards, and internal sourcing policies in daily operations.

- Lead a team of sourcing engineers, setting clear goals, reviewing performance,



and supporting their development.

- Continuously evaluate the supplier base for competitiveness, risk, capability, and alignment with company goals.

Preferred Experience & Skills

- Proven track record in sourcing wiring and cable harness systems in the automotive sector (OEM or Tier-1).

- Strong understanding of technical specifications, drawings, and manufacturing processes related to cable assemblies.

- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills with a focus on achieving target costs and improving supplier performance.

- Experience working with global suppliers and managing component localization projects.

- Proficiency in cost analysis, should-cost modeling, and other cost reduction methodologies.

- Solid knowledge of sourcing processes, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and procurement best practices.

- Robust communication and leadership skills, with experience in leading engineering or sourcing teams.

- Familiarity with regulatory and quality standards in the automotive industry.

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📌 Senior Sourcing Manager – Wiring and Cable Harness (Mysuru)
🏢 Cyient DLM
📍 Mysuru