Senior Commodity Lead - SCS

Johnson Electric Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric Group in Chennai, India, seeks a Senior Commodity Lead (Assistant Manager) to own indirect material and services sourcing, balancing CAPEX purchases with plant improvements and daily non-production procurement.

You will work with engineering and facilities teams on RFQs, lead high-value negotiations, manage MRO and corporate services, and ensure governance compliance. English and Tamil language skills are essential for local vendor interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering; MBA preferred.
• 10–15 years in procurement for engineering or heavy manufacturing MNC; CAPEX focus 2–3 years.
• ERP mastery with SAP MM, Oracle, or modern e-sourcing tools.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with TCO/Costing methods.
• Fluent English; working knowledge of Tamil for Chennai vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CAPEX and non-production procurement for heavy machines, tooling, and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering to evaluate technical specs, RFQs, and TCO.
• Negotiate high-value contracts including AMCs and payment terms.
• Manage procurement for plant renovations and infrastructure projects; contractor management.
• Oversee MRO and corporate services sourcing including security, catering, and waste management.
• Ensure vendor audits and compliance with corporate governance.

Skills

CAPEX procurement

Vendor management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Cost saving frameworks

English proficiency

Tamil language

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

MBA in Supply Chain or Operations Management

Tools

SAP MM Module

Oracle

e-sourcing tools

Job description

## Senior Commodity Lead - SCSApplylocations: India, Chennaitime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R00030639**Job Description: Sr. commodity Lead (Assistant Manager) – Indirect material and services, SCS****Position Overview**The Sr. Commodity Lead - **Indirect Material and Services** will strategically manage and execute end-to-end sourcing for all non-production spend. This hybrid role requires an agile professional who can successfully balance heavy industrial engineering needs—such as **machine/CAPEX buying and plant facility improvements**—with daily operational management of **indirect materials and corporate services**.* **Location:** Chennai, India (Manufacturing Plant / Corporate Office)* **Employment Type:** Full-time* **Department:** Supply Chain Services (SSC)* **Reports To:** Manager / Senior Manager – Indirect Procurement**Key Responsibilities****1. Capital Equipment & Machine Buying (CAPEX)*** **Sourcing & Acquisition**: End-to-end procurement of heavy industrial machines, tooling, automated production lines, and engineering test equipment.* **Technical Evaluation**: Collaborate with the core engineering team to evaluate technical specifications, Request for Quotations (RFQs), and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).* **Commercial Negotiation**: Lead commercial negotiations on high-value asset purchases, payment terms, installation guidelines, warranties, and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs).**2. Facility Improvement & Infrastructure Projects*** **Project Procurement**: Manage procurement for plant renovations, Civil/Electrical/HVAC expansions, and safety infrastructure enhancements.* **Contractor Management**: Source and onboard structural contractors, architects, and engineering services while ensuring strict timeline adherence.* **Compliance Integration**: Verify that all structural developments align with MNC global safety benchmarks and local statutory regulations.**3. Indirect Materials & Industrial Services (MRO)*** **MRO Management**: Maintain optimal stock for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) items like spare parts, lubricants, safety gear (PPE), and workshop tools.* **Corporate & Plant Services**: Source and manage facility management contracts including plant security, industrial catering/canteen, employee transport, and waste management (scrap disposal).* **IT & Admin Spend**: Oversee localized office utilities, IT hardware/software licenses, and general administrative services.**4. Vendor Management & Compliance*** **Strategic Sourcing**: Build and maintain a robust regional and global vendor database for engineering materials and specialized plant services.* **Performance Evaluations**: Conduct regular vendor audits and performance scorecards measuring quality, pricing transparency, and delivery accuracy.* **MNC Compliance Audits**: Ensure total transparency in the vendor onboarding lifecycle according to strict anti-bribery, environmental, and corporate governance rules.**Qualifications & Skills Required*** **Education**: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering preferred). An MBA in Supply Chain or Operations Management is a strong plus.* **Experience**: 10 to 15 years of procurement experience within an engineering, automotive, or heavy manufacturing MNC. At least 2–3 years must focus on CAPEX and facility buying.* **ERP Mastery**: Hands-on expertise with enterprise software like **SAP (MM Module)**, Oracle, or modern e-sourcing tools.* **Negotiation Style**: Proven record of handling high-value contracts and utilizing cost-saving frameworks (like TCO or Clean Sheet Costing).* **Language Proficiency**: Fluent in English; working knowledge of Tamil is highly essential for interacting with local Chennai industrial vendors and contractors.***Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team***Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.**About Johnson Electric Group**The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries, including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For further information, please visit: www.johnsonelectric.com.