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 chance & 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

📌 Deputy General Manager - Strategic Sourcing (India)
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 India