Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical components, including Sheet Metal, Machining, Forging, Casting, Plastic & Rubber Moulding, Electromechanical Assemblies, and Special Processes.

- Lead NPD sourcing activities, supplier identification, tooling development, PPAP/APQP, and timely product launch.

- Drive cost reduction through strategic negotiations, value engineering, localization, alternate sourcing, and productivity improvement.

- Conduct should-cost analysis, cost breakdowns, market benchmarking, and supplier quotation evaluations.

- Identify, develop, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturing capability.

- Lead supplier audits, performance reviews, risk mitigation, and supplier base optimization.

- Manage commercial negotiations,



pricing agreements, payment terms, and supplier contracts.

- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain teams for product cost optimization and operational excellence.

- Drive procurement analytics, savings initiatives, process improvements, and sourcing digitalization.

Preferred candidate profile

- 515 years of experience in Mechanical Procurement / Strategic Sourcing.

- Robust knowledge of mechanical components, manufacturing processes, costing, and supplier development.

- Experience in NPD sourcing, cost optimization, localization, and commercial negotiations.

📌 Strategic Sourcing Lead (Vadodara)
🏢 Search Advisers Services ( GUJ
📍 Vadodara