Sr. Manager Strategic Sourcing

Vertiv; Thane; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Thane, India seeks a seasoned procurement leader to shape global sourcing strategy and optimize supplier networks. You will drive strategic planning, cost reduction, and risk mitigation while leading cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain excellence.

Key responsibilities include vendor development, contract negotiations, budgeting, and talent development to sustain competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in global sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier risk.
• Strong budgeting and financial control skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop global sourcing & procurement strategy.
• Drive vendor development and supplier relationship management.
• Lead strategic planning & execution for cost reduction initiatives.
• Implement value engineering to reduce costs.
• Perform contract negotiation & risk mitigation activities.
• Manage budgeting & financial control processes.
• Analyze commodities and map trends.
• Plan procurement and optimize inventory levels.
• Oversee supply chain operations & logistics management.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders.
• Provide team leadership & develop talent.
• Support localization & import substitution efforts.
• Leverage business intelligence & decision support.

Skills

Global Sourcing

Vendor Development

Strategic Planning

Cost Reduction

Contract Negotiation

Budgeting

Commodity Analysis

Supply Chain Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Talent Development

Job description

Overview

Global Sourcing & Procurement Strategy; Vendor Development & Supplier Relationship Management; Strategic Planning & Execution; Cost Reduction & Value Engineering; Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation; Budgeting & Financial Control; Commodity Analysis & Trend Mapping; Procurement Planning & Inventory Optimization; Supply Chain Operations & Logistics Management; Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement; Team Leadership & Talent Development; Localization & Import Substitution; Business Intelligence & Decision Support.

Responsibilities

• Global Sourcing & Procurement Strategy
• Vendor Development & Supplier Relationship Management
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Cost Reduction & Value Engineering
• Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation
• Budgeting & Financial Control
• Commodity Analysis & Trend Mapping
• Procurement Planning & Inventory Optimization
• Supply Chain Operations & Logistics Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
• Team Leadership & Talent Development
• Localization & Import Substitution
• Business Intelligence & Decision Support

About The Team

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.