Sourcing Specialist - Cost Out

MKS Instruments, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to collaborate with Procurement, RMQ, R&D and Supplier Quality to identify and onboard cost-efficient suppliers that align with business goals.

The role involves developing sourcing strategies, conducting market analysis, auditing supplier performance, leading pricing negotiations, cross-functional alignment, and travel up to 50% to engage suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), preferably in a chemical-related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant sourcing or procurement experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Analytical ability to interpret data, benchmark costs, and recommend sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and assess potential suppliers.
• Conduct market analysis to track industry trends and uncover cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess supplier performance, capabilities, and reliability through audits in partnership with Supplier Quality.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, and terms in collaboration with Procurement to secure optimal value.
• Travel up to 50% to support supplier engagement and evaluations.

Skills

Strong English communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP / SAP BW

Job description

## Sourcing Specialist - Cost OutApplylocations: India Manesartime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R18717**A Day in Your Life at MKS:** As a Sourcing Specialist at MSD, you will collaborate closely with Procurement, RMQ, R&D, and Supplier Quality teams to identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers that drive cost efficiencies and support business objectives. You will report directly to the Global Head of Sourcing.**You Will Make an Impact By:*** Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and assess potential suppliers.* Conduct market analysis to track industry trends and uncover cost-saving opportunities.* Assess supplier performance, capabilities, and reliability through audits in partnership with Supplier Quality.* Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, and terms in collaboration with Procurement to secure optimal value.* Work cross-functionally with Procurement, RMQ, R&D, and Quality to align sourcing initiatives with business needs.* Maintain accurate documentation of supplier data, sourcing activities, and contractual agreements.* Travel up to 50% to support supplier engagement and evaluations.**Skills you bring:*** Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), preferably in a chemical-related field.* Minimum 5 years of relevant sourcing or procurement experience.* Demonstrated success in identifying suppliers and achieving cost reductions.* Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.* Analytical ability to interpret data, benchmark costs, and recommend sourcing strategies.**Preferred Skills:*** Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP or SAP BW.* Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.**Physical Demands & Working Conditions:*** Ability to sit, stand, and work on a computer for extended periods.* Clear communication of ideas and information is essential.* Must be able to exchange accurate information in a professional setting#LI-AS2Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail] .If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role### Choose MKS Instruments and Push the Boundaries of PossibilityAt MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology.MKS Instruments enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Instruments Product Overview