Sr. Manager Direct Procurement Sourcing

Schneider Electric Corp; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a seasoned Regional EE Procurement leader to drive category strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective sourcing of high-quality products. The role focuses on optimizing supplier performance, productivity, and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth.

Responsibilities include strategic procurement management, supplier evaluations, cost control, data-driven decision making, and leading a high-performing team across regions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics preferred) and relevant procurement experience.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in manufacturing/electronics.
• Proven track record in leading procurement/category management roles.
• Strong supplier management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals and growth plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard a diversified supplier base.
• Drive category strategies to ensure competitiveness and supply continuity.
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with suppliers and partner factories.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and long-term contracting strategies.
• Monitor market trends and drive cost control initiatives with year-on-year productivity.
• Establish procurement policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Leverage analytics to forecast demand and optimize inventory.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and Systems teams to reduce lead times.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree or CPSM/CPM certification

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly accomplished and strategic professional for Regional EE Procurement. This role will be responsible for driving category procurement strategy, managing supplier and partner factory relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-effective sourcing of high-quality products. The incumbent will play a critical role in optimizing supplier performance, driving year-on-year productivity, and contributing to overall business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement Management

• Develop and execute a robust procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals and growth plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard a resilient, scalable, and diversified supplier base.
• Drive category strategies to ensure competitiveness, innovation, and supply continuity.

2. Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and sustain strong partnerships with suppliers and partner factories.
• Ensure consistent performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and compliance.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and long-term contracting strategies.

3. Cost Optimization & Exception Management

• Monitor market trends, commodity indices, and pricing dynamics.
• Drive cost control initiatives and achieve year-on-year productivity and savings targets.
• Manage supply disruptions, escalations, and exceptions to ensure business continuity.

4. Data-Driven Decision Making

• Establish and enforce procurement policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Leverage analytics to track procurement KPIs, forecast demand, and optimize inventory.
• Generate periodic reports with actionable insights to support continuous improvement.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and Systems teams.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives aimed at reducing lead times and improving supply chain efficiency.
• Support new product development and localization initiatives through sourcing expertise.

6. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team.
• Set clear performance objectives and ensure effective execution through regular reviews.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration within the team.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics preferred); Master’s degree or certifications (CPSM, CPM) are an advantage.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, preferably within a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Proven track record in leading procurement/category management roles.
• Strong supplier management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement tools, and supply chain best practices.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Commercial Acumen
• Negotiation & Influencing Skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Execution Excellence
• Team Leadership

What's in it for me?

• High-impact role where your decisions directly influence business outcomes
• Opportunity to lead strategic initiatives and drive meaningful change
• Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your development
• Autonomy to manage priorities and shape your work approach

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