Who We Are

We are a start-up based out of Bengaluru & Delhi NCR. We are engaged in development of next generation missions and technologies (NGM&T;) towards future warfare needs of the Indian defence forces. It is undertaking research towards enhancing persistence and autonomy for unmanned vehicles and robotic swarms. NRT’s product development portfolio includes a solar power stratospheric high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) unmanned platform and an air/ground launched stand-off autonomous system.

The Strategic Sourcing Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies for critical materials, components, and services. This role requires solid technical acumen, cost analysis expertise, and supplier management skills to drive cost competitiveness, supply assurance, and innovation across the supply base.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and engineering requirements.

Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers to meet quality, cost,



and delivery targets.

Drive supplier consolidation, risk mitigation, and establish long-term strategic partnerships.

Cost & Value Engineering

Analyze cost structures to identify opportunities for cost reduction, localization, and value engineering.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing) to drive design-to-cost initiatives.

Conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Should-Cost analyses to optimize sourcing decisions.

Supplier Management & Negotiation

Lead negotiations for pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements with suppliers.

Monitor supplier performance across Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Service (QCDS) parameters.

Implement supplier development and performance improvement programs.

Process & Compliance

Ensure all sourcing activities comply with company procurement policies and standards.

Manage RFQs, bid analysis, supplier selection, and

📌 Manager - Sourcing & Development (Bengaluru)
🏢 NewSpace Research & Technologies
📍 Bengaluru