Senior Commodity Lead - SCS

101162 Johnson Electric Private Limited – Manufacturing; India; Sur place; INR 2 500 000 - 4 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Johnson Electric Group is seeking a Sr. Commodity Lead for Indirect Material and Services at our Chennai facility. The role blends heavy industrial CAPEX buying with daily management of MRO and corporate services, reporting to the SSC Manager.

You will drive end-to-end sourcing, negotiate high-value contracts, and ensure governance across global suppliers. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in engineering procurement, strong SAP/Oracle experience, and English fluency, with Tamil knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering; MBA preferred.
• 10–15 years in procurement within engineering/auto/heavy manufacturing MNC; 2–3 years CAPEX/facility buying.
• Hands-on ERP with SAP (MM), Oracle or modern e-sourcing tools; proven negotiation and cost-saving experience.
• Fluent in English; Tamil knowledge highly essential for Chennai vendors and contractors.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end CAPEX and facility buying for heavy machines and plants.
• Procure plant renovations and safety infrastructure; manage contractors and timelines.
• Oversee MRO, corporate services procurement, and facility management contracts.
• Maintain robust vendor database; conduct audits and ensure anti-bribery, environmental, and governance compliance.

Connaissances

SAP MM

Oracle ERP

Negotiation

English fluency

Tamil (basic)

Formation

Bachelor's in Engineering

MBA in Supply Chain

Outils

SAP MM

Oracle

e-sourcing tools

Description du poste

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, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. 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 more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.