Deputy Manager - Strategic Sourcing

Schneider Electric; Nashik District, Ahmednagar; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to training and mentorship

Collaborative team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Nashik District, India, is seeking a dynamic individual to join their Direct Procurement Sourcing Management team. This role involves sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships, focusing on driving efficiency and cost savings.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to procurement challenges, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position offers professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute to impactful projects within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Collaborative approach to working across functions and building relationships.
• Proactive attitude toward identifying improvements and driving efficiency.
• Adaptability in managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Source materials and negotiate contracts that deliver cost savings without compromising quality.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement purchasing strategies that drive efficiency.

Skills

Problem Solving

Continuous Learning

Customer Orientation

Digital Literacy

Cost Analysis

Influencing Skills

Financial Literacy

Job description

Join our Direct Procurement Sourcing Management team and make an immediate impact on how we source, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships. This role offers hands‑on experience in optimizing procurement processes while driving cost efficiency and quality across our operations.

What will you do?

• Source materials and negotiate contracts that deliver cost savings without compromising quality
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement
• Identify and implement purchasing strategies that align with business objectives and drive efficiency
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to understand procurement requirements and deliver effective solutions

What are the key skills we are looking for?

• Problem Solving — intermediate level; analyzing procurement challenges and developing practical solutions
• Continuous Learning — intermediate level; staying current with procurement trends and best practices
• Customer Orientation — developing level; understanding internal stakeholder needs and delivering value
• Digital Literacy — developing level; leveraging procurement tools and platforms to streamline processes
• Cost Analysis — developing level; evaluating pricing structures to identify savings opportunities
• Influencing Skills — developing level; building consensus with suppliers and internal partners
• Financial Literacy — foundational level; understanding budget impacts and cost drivers in procurement decisions

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
• Collaborative approach to working across functions and building relationships
• Proactive attitude toward identifying improvements and driving efficiency
• Adaptability in managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

What's in it for me?

• Gain valuable experience in direct procurement with exposure to strategic sourcing initiatives
• Work with a collaborative team that supports your professional development
• Build expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost optimization
• Access to training, resources, and mentorship to grow your procurement career

Ready to launch your procurement career with a team that values your contribution? Apply today!

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