Lead - Procurement

Axis Communications; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Aliaxis seeks a Senior Sourcing Specialist to develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective procurement. You will collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and finance to align sourcing with business goals.

Ideal candidates have 5–6 years in procurement, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience with ERP/e-sourcing tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil) with 5–6 years in procurement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service and capability.
• Lead negotiations to secure favourable terms and manage contracts.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contract management

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Project management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Civil)

Tools

ERP systems

e-sourcing platforms

Job description

Role Summary: The Senior Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies to support the company's procurement objectives. This role involves identifying and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high-quality goods and services. The Senior Sourcing Specialist will also collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive process improvements and optimise supply chain efficiency.

Roles and Responsibility

• Strategic Sourcing - Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Supplier Management - Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuous improvement in performance and cost.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and address any issues or non‑conformance.
• Negotiation and Contract Management - Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery, and payment terms.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration - Work closely with internal stakeholders, including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and finance, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Risk Management - Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and address supply chain disruptions to minimize impact on operations.
• Continuous Improvement - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing processes and tools.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.

Requirement

• Graduation- Mechanical engineer/Civil Engineer 5-6 Years of experience in procurement, Female candidates firstly preferred Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent negotiation and contract management skills. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities. Proficient in using procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, e‑sourcing platforms). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. High level of integrity and professionalism. Experience in material handling like tools & moulds, Extruder machines , injection moulding machines is must.

About Us

At Aliaxis, we design sustainable, easy to install, and innovative solutions to address the world’s water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. Thanks to our 15,000+ employees in over 40 countries, our pipes and fitting systems meet our customers’ most demanding needs for the building, infrastructure, industrial and agriculture sectors. Read more about us www.aliaxis.com.

Aliaxis’ Purpose

Aliaxis has embarked on a positive journey with its “Growth with Purpose” strategy, implementing ambitious, urgent actions for sustainability and innovation that will pay off in the short term. By 2025, we will be focusing on the areas where we can create the biggest impact: on carbon reduction in our plants and on increasing the share of recycled content in our products. In conjunction, we will continue to develop more and better water solutions for society as a whole. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we at Aliaxis stand for: We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast, We Care for the environment, our customers and each other, We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions.