Deputy General Manager - Strategic Sourcing

Schneider Electric; Vadodara; On-site; INR 3,800,000 - 5,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation, part of Schneider Electric India, seeks a Deputy General Manager - Strategic Sourcing in Vadodara to lead supplier selection, audits, and cost-reduction initiatives for stamping and fabrication parts. You will partner with Engineering and Quality to ensure robust supplier development and approvals.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, B.E/B.Tech, and a strong track record in cost-based negotiations, supplier risk mitigation, and strategic

Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech qualification with 10–15 years in strategic sourcing.
• Experience in supplier audits, approvals, and RFQ processes.
• Strong cost analysis, bargaining, and supplier rationalization skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify suitable suppliers for stamping and fabrication parts and set procurement strategy.
• Lead supplier audits and approvals; manage vendor development and P.O. follow-up.
• Drive cost-reduction programs, NBOMCr pricing, and rate negotiations.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on part approvals.
• Guide team on productivity, new product development, and commercial negotiations.
• De-risk and rationalize supplier base per sourcing strategy.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team player

Self-driven

Digital mindset

Manufacturing process knowledge

Effective communication

Education

B.E / B.Tech

Job description

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 opportunity & 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

What's in it for me?

• High-impact role where your decisions directly shape project success
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge solutions and innovative service providers
• Collaborative culture that values expertise and professional judgment
• Career development with exposure to complex, strategic procurement initiatives

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