Scimplify is a science-first manufacturing company for Advanced Materials: from specialty chemicals to the emerging building blocks of next-generation energy applications, life sciences, and crop sciences.

We scale process development and manufacturing as one continuous system, supported by world-class R&D; infrastructure and executed across a global network of 500+ manufacturing partners and thousands of scientists and technical partners. The result: new materials go from molecule to commercial scale in months, not years. We are backed by investors such as Accel, Bertelsmann, Omnivore, Hitachi Ventures and 3one4 Capital, having raised over $80M.

We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial Senior Manager – Global Sourcing to build and scale Scimplify's global sourcing ecosystem across multiple chemical, metal, and advanced material categories and international markets.

This is a high-impact role requiring solid industry relationships, established domestic and international supplier networks, commercial expertise, and the ability to drive sourcing competitiveness, cost optimisation, and supply reliability.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on sourcing experience in one or more of the following industries: Specialty Chemicals, Metals, Hydrometallurgy, Rare Earth Elements (REE), Battery Recycling, or Battery Materials.

Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across India and international chemical, metal, and advanced materials manufacturing hubs.

Identify strategic sourcing opportunities across specialty chemicals, metals, critical materials, and advanced material categories.

Develop sourcing capabilities to support requirements ranging from R&D; quantities and pilot batches to large-scale commercial manufacturing.

Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic partnerships with manufacturers, chemical producers, metal traders, distributors, recyclers, and suppliers across global markets.

Develop and expand a diversified network of domestic and international manufacturing partners.

Lead supplier identification, evaluation, qualification, audits, and performance management.

Strategic Procurement & Commercial Negotiations

Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing,



payment terms, contracts, supplier agreements, and long-term partnerships.

Drive cost optimisation, procurement efficiency, and improved sourcing margins.

Evaluate supplier quotations, commercial proposals, and manufacturing capabilities to ensure competitive procurement.

Negotiate favourable commercial terms and establish strategic sourcing agreements.

Specialty Chemicals

Semiconductor and Electronic-Grade Materials

Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Industrial Chemicals

Commercial Excellence & Cost Optimisation

Drive supplier consolidation, direct sourcing, and strategic procurement initiatives.

Analyse cost structures, commodity movements, logistics costs, duties, and other landed-cost components.

Establish sourcing KPIs to measure cost savings, procurement efficiency, and supplier performance.

Global Supply Network & International Trade

Explore new sourcing geographies and manufacturing hubs across India and overseas markets.

Drive cross-border sourcing, import/export activities, and international supplier partnerships.

Work closely with logistics, finance, and supply chain teams to optimise international procurement and supply operations.

Industry & Market Intelligence

Develop an understanding of metal markets, battery recycling value chains, hydrometallurgical processes, and rare earth supply chains.

Monitor geopolitical developments, trade regulations, and supply chain disruptions impacting sourcing decisions.

Quality, Supplier Qualification & Risk Management

Partner with technical, R&D;, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure supplier qualification, product quality, and regulatory compliance.

Lead supplier assessments, manufacturing audits, and periodic performance reviews.

Ensure availability and compliance of relevant technical and quality documentation,



including TDS, MSDS, and Certificates of Analysis (CoA).

Assess supplier risks and establish mitigation strategies for supply continuity.

Ensure adherence to applicable international trade, import/export, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Establish sourcing processes, governance frameworks, category strategies, and performance metrics.

Drive measurable outcomes across cost, quality, delivery, supplier performance, and sourcing margins.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business development, supply chain, technical, R&D;, quality, and finance.

Take ownership of sourcing performance and continuously improve the overall procurement ecosystem

Proven experience in global sourcing, strategic procurement, or supplier development.

Hands-on industry experience in one or more of the following: Specialty Chemicals, Metals, Hydrometallurgy, Rare Earth Elements (REE), or Battery Recycling.

Strong network of domestic and international manufacturers, traders, distributors, and suppliers.

Expertise in commercial negotiations, cost optimisation, supplier development, and category management.

Experience in international trade, import/export, and cross-border sourcing.

Strong understanding of global supply chains, commodity markets, and supplier ecosystems.

Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Global Sourcing | Strategic Sourcing | International Procurement | Specialty Chemicals | Metals | Hydrometallurgy | Rare Earth Elements (REE) | Battery Recycling | Battery Materials | Supplier Development | Vendor Management | Metal Trading | Import & Export | Commercial Negotiations | Category Management | Cost Optimisation | Global Supply Chain | Contract Negotiation | Market Intelligence

Work across specialty chemicals, metals, battery materials, and next-generation advanced materials.

Build strategic partnerships across international manufacturing and supplier networks.

If you are passionate about building global supplier networks and transforming sourcing into a strategic business advantage, we'd love to hear from you!

📌 Senior Head of Supply Chain (Bengaluru)
🏢 Scimplify
📍 Bengaluru