Sourcing Lead

Tata Consultancy Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Incentive

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Medical

Family Support: Maternal & Parental Le

Insurance Options: Auto & Home & IDT

Commuter Benefits & Certification &培训

Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick &H

Legal & Financial Assistance: 401K,奖金,

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management professional to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for mechanical, electrical, and electronic commodities, develop supplier relationships, and oversee RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs from requirement gathering through supplier response management.

You will act as the single point of contact between TKE stakeholders and the sourcing team, collaborate with Manufacturing, Product Owners, Engineering, Quality,

Qualifications

• Experience leading strategic sourcing for mechanical, electrical, and electronic commodities.
• Experience with RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs end-to-end.
• Strong stakeholder management across functions including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis and supplier negotiations.
• Support buyers with negotiation strategies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive supplier consolidation and alternate sourcing.
• Manage end-to-end RFQ processes and supplier communications.
• Track sourcing milestones and supplier readiness.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

RFQ/RFP Process

Negotiation

Cost Reduction

Vendor Evaluation

Project Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for mechanical, electrical, and electronic commodities.
• Develop, qualify, and maintain supplier relationships in alignment with TKE sourcing strategies.
• Execute and oversee RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs from requirement gathering through supplier response management.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and supplier performance reviews.
• Drive supplier consolidation, alternate sourcing, and supplier development initiatives.
• Support new supplier identification across USA, Mexico, China, and European supply bases.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the single point of contact between TKE stakeholders and the TCS sourcing team.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Product Owners, Engineering, Quality, Strategic Sourcing, and Finance teams.
• Coordinate sourcing priorities, project timelines, and issue resolution across functions.
• Escalate critical sourcing risks, supplier delays, and project issues to TKE leadership for timely resolution.

Roles & Responsibilities

Cost Reduction & Negotiation Support

• Lead cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis, benchmarking, and supplier negotiations.
• Support TKE buyers with fact-based negotiation strategies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify value engineering (VAVE) opportunities and alternative sourcing options.
• Drive sourcing programs focused on achieving annual savings targets and productivity goals.

RFQ & Project Execution

• Manage end-to-end RFQ processes including:
• Drawing review
• RFQ package preparation
• Supplier communication
• Quotation collection
• Commercial comparison analysis
• Sourcing recommendations
• Ensure compliance with sourcing timelines and service level agreements.
• Track sourcing project milestones and supplier readiness activities.

Generic Managerial Skills, If any

• Supplier Identification & Evaluation Reports
• RFQ/RFI/RFP Packages
• Techno-Commercial Comparison Reports
• Cost Benefit Analysis
• Cost Saving Tracker
• Supplier Quotations & Recommendations
• Should-Cost Models
• Category Strategy Updates
• Supplier Readiness Assessments
• Weekly Executive Status Reports
• Supplier Development and Industrialization Tracking Reports

Salary Range : $70,000 to $100,000 Per Annum

TCS Employee Benefits Summary

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Qualifications:

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE