Sourcing Manager-Mechanical commodities

Signode; Bidadi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Signode in India seeks an experienced procurement professional to partner with Category Managers on strategy development for direct sourcing of mechanical commodities. The role involves managing RFx activities, guiding supplier selections, and driving cross‑functional programs to achieve cost, delivery and quality improvements.

The candidate should have 10+ years in direct sourcing, with preference for those with multinational experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in direct sourcing for mechanical commodities.
• Experience in multinational, global operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Category Managers to define cost, delivery and quality improvement objectives.
• Lead/Support sourcing projects to drive improvements in cost, delivery, and quality.
• Prepare supplier selection recommendations including RFQ process, supplier evaluation and sourcing decisions.
• Manage suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery, schedule and quality.
• Interface with Category Managers and stakeholders to ensure milestones are met.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and development milestones with suppliers.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet cost savings targets.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

Academic performance 60%+

Tools

RFQ process

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for partnering with Category Managers to develop strategies for product supply or services, drive RFx activities and manage strategic programs. These strategic programs include developing sourcing plans in support for indirect category, professional services, logistics, new initiatives, driving cross‑functional activities for large scale cost programs, or re‑sourcing suppliers.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Work with category Managers to define cost/delivery/quality improvement project objectives and manage the projects against plan to ensure commitments are met
• Support/lead sourcing projects in tandem with Category Managers to drive improvements in cost/delivery/quality
• Prepare supplier selection recommendations – including RFQ process, supplier evaluation and communication, and participation in sourcing decisions.
• Manage suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance, schedule and quality.
• Interface with Category Managers and Functional Stakeholders to ensure project tasks are completed and milestones are met
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, supplier pre‑award reviews, development milestones, and approval processes
• Develop, implement and drive the procurement strategies to meet cost savings targets.

Candidate Profile

Qualification & Certification (if applicable)

• Bachelor’s Degree (in Engineering or Supply Chain preferred) from top tier University
• Good academic records, 60 % & above across all academics

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in direct sourcing in mechanical commodities.
• Experience in multi‑national, global operations preferred