Sourcing IT

Chain IQ; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,300,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain IQ in Navi Mumbai is seeking an experienced Tactical Sourcer to manage end-to-end sourcing activities, support procurement initiatives, and drive cost optimization across categories.

The role involves supplier engagement, RFx execution, contract negotiations, spend analysis, and stakeholder management while ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and processes.

Qualifications

• 10–12+ years of experience in strategic/tactical sourcing and procurement.
• Yes

Responsibilities

• Execute tactical sourcing projects across low, medium, and high complexity categories (Spot Buy, RFx, eSourcing).
• Manage procurement activities and act as the primary interface for business stakeholders and suppliers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, bid analysis, and provide sourcing recommendations.
• Support contract drafting and negotiate commercial and contractual terms with vendors.
• Perform spend analysis, identify savings opportunities, and track savings delivery.
• Manage RFx and eAuction events using sourcing platforms.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to sourcing processes, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategy

Cost optimization

Tools

SAP Ariba

Ivalua

SAP

MS Office

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Title: Sourcing IT

Location: Navi Mumbai, IN

Date: Sep 17, 2026

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.

Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

Senior Consultant - Tactical Sourcer

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Tactical Sourcer to manage end-to-end sourcing activities, support procurement initiatives, and drive cost optimization across categories. The role involves supplier engagement, RFx execution, contract negotiations, spend analysis, and stakeholder management while ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute tactical sourcing projects across low, medium, and high complexity categories (Spot Buy, RFx, eSourcing).
• Manage procurement activities and act as the primary interface for business stakeholders and suppliers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, bid analysis, and provide sourcing recommendations.
• Support contract drafting and negotiate commercial and contractual terms with vendors.
• Perform spend analysis, identify savings opportunities, and track savings delivery.
• Manage RFx and eAuction events using sourcing platforms.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to sourcing processes, policies, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.

Key Skills & Experience

• 10-12+ years of experience in strategic/tactical sourcing and procurement.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier management skills.
• Proven experience in RFx, eSourcing, spend analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Hands-on, proactive, and delivery-focused mindset.
• Experience with Source-to-Contract platforms such as SAP Ariba, Ivalua, SAP, or similar tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent English communication skills; German language skills are an advantage.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact.