Strategic Sourcing &

- Procurement

- Develop sourcing strategies for fabrication parts, assemblies, Hydraulic parts.

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard current suppliers.

- Conduct supplier capability assessments and audits.

- Manage RFQ/RFP processes and negotiate commercial terms.

- Finalize annual rate contracts and framework agreements.

- Ensure uninterrupted supply of fabrication components for production requirements.

Supplier Management

- Monitor supplier performance related to Quality, Cost, Delivery (QCD), and Responsiveness.

- Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance evaluation meetings.

- Develop alternate sources for critical and single-source components.

- Drive supplier capacity enhancement and risk mitigation plans.

- Resolve supply-related issues and escalate critical concerns.

Cost Management

- Lead cost reduction initiatives through value engineering and strategic negotiations.

- Achieve annual procurement savings and cost optimization targets.

Planning &

- Coordination

- Coordinate with Production, Design, Quality, and Project teams regarding sourcing requirements.

- Ensure material availability as per production schedules.

- Monitor supplier production plans and dispatch schedules.

- Resolve shortages and expedite critical deliveries.

Vendor Development

- Identify and develop reliable vendors.

- Conduct technical and commercial evaluations.

- Ensure vendors comply with organizational standards and customer requirements.





Quality &

- Compliance

- Ensure suppliers meet quality standards and technical specifications.

- Coordinate with QA teams for supplier corrective actions.

- Monitor compliance with contractual obligations.

- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and statutory requirements.

MIS &

- Reporting

- Prepare sourcing reports, cost-saving reports, supplier scorecards, and procurement analytics.

- Track KPIs and present performance updates to management.

- Maintain sourcing databases, contracts, and vendor records.

Required Qualifications

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering,

Experience

- 8–15 years of experience in Procurement/Sourcing.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in fabrication sourcing, heavy engineering, defence, automotive, railway, or construction equipment industries.

- Experience in supplier development and contract negotiations.

Required Skills &

- Competencies

Technical Skills

- Fabrication processes knowledge (Welding, Cutting, Machining, Sheet Metal, Structural Fabrication)

- Costing and Cost Analysis

- Vendor Evaluation and Development

- Inventory Management

- SAP Systems

Preferred Industry Experience

- Defense Manufacturing

- Heavy Fabrication

- Automotive &
- Commercial Vehicles

- Railways

- Industrial Equipment Manufacturing

- Engineering &

- EPC Projects

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