Sourcing Specialist - Senior

Cummins India; Krishnagiri District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins India is seeking a Strategic Sourcing / Procurement Specialist to drive cost optimization and supplier management for Cummins products. You will analyze quotations, develop sourcing strategies, and lead commercial negotiations to secure long-term supplier relationships.

The role requires strong knowledge of should-cost analyses, BOM cost benchmarking, and experience with ERP systems such as SAP MM, JD Edwards, or Oracle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, cost engineering, and supplier management.
• Experience with RFQ management, supplier quotation analysis, and cost benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier negotiations and manage cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop and evaluate should-cost models for components.
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations using TCO.
• Manage supplier agreements and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet sourcing objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost engineering

Supplier management

RFQ management

Commercial negotiations

TCO analysis

VA/VE

ERP systems

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Supply Chain/Procurement specialization

Sourcing/cost engineering certifications

Tools

SAP MM

JD Edwards

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

The Strategic Sourcing / Procurement Specialist supports sourcing, localization, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and cost optimization activities for Cummins products. The role is responsible for analyzing supplier quotations, conducting should-cost and benchmarking analysis, developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier agreements, and identifying cost reduction opportunities while ensuring quality, delivery, compliance, and long-term supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier agreements, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), purchasing agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Lead sourcing and localization programs, ensuring timely execution and achievement of project milestones.
• Develop and evaluate should-cost models for castings, forgings, machined components, sheet metal, brake components, and proprietary parts.
• Prepare and evaluate tooling cost estimates for new product development and localization projects.
• Conduct raw material cost trend analysis, RM indexing, price benchmarking, and commercial analysis to support supplier negotiations.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and drive successful cost settlements while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Prepare and issue RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and technical-commercial analysis.
• Analyze and benchmark BOM costs for complete vehicles, aggregates, and sub-systems to identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Identify and implement Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) and cost reduction initiatives across commodities.
• Develop sourcing strategies, assess supplier capabilities, and support supplier selection and development.
• Monitor manufacturing technologies, cost drivers, market trends, and industry developments across commodities such as gears, castings, forgings, sheet metal, brake components, bearings, rubber, and seals.
• Manage procurement transactions and reporting using ERP systems such as SAP MM, JD Edwards, or Oracle .
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, ethical sourcing practices, and applicable commercial requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams to achieve sourcing and project objectives.
• Analyze sourcing data and market intelligence to identify process improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
• Maintain appropriate supplier, legal, and compliance documentation in applicable systems.
• Support supplier onboarding, vendor management, and procurement process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A degree or specialization in Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, or related discipline is preferred.
• Additional qualifications in strategic sourcing, cost engineering, or supply chain management will be an advantage.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, commodity management, cost engineering, or supplier management .
• Hands-on experience in should-cost analysis and cost estimation for manufacturing processes such as castings, forgings, machining, sheet metal, brake components, or proprietary parts.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling costs, raw material cost drivers, and supplier economics.
• Experience in RFQ management, supplier quotation analysis, cost benchmarking, and commercial negotiations.
• Knowledge of VA/VE, cost reduction, localization, and sourcing strategy development .
• Working knowledge of SAP MM, JD Edwards, Oracle , or similar ERP/procurement systems.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with the ability to use cost and market data for business decisions.
• Understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles and supplier evaluation methodologies.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of procurement cost structures.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, stakeholder management, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong project/program management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against timelines.
• High level of integrity and understanding of procurement ethics, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment and adapt to changing business requirements.

Job Details

• Job Type: Exempt - Experienced
• Role Category: On-site with Flexibility
• Relocation Package: Yes