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Job Purpose:

The Strategic Sourcing Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies for critical materials, components, and services. The role requires strong technical knowledge, cost analysis capabilities, and supplier management expertise to drive cost competitiveness, supply assurance, and innovation across the supply base.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and engineering requirements.

Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are met.

Drive supplier consolidation, risk mitigation, and long-term partnerships.

2. Cost & Value Engineering

Analyze cost structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction, localization, and value engineering.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, manufacturing) for design-to-cost initiatives.

Conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Should-Cost analysis.

3. Supplier Management & Negotiation

Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements.

Monitor supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery, and service (QCDS).

Implement supplier development programs and performance reviews.

4. Process & Compliance

Ensure sourcing activities are aligned with company procurement policies and compliance standards.

Manage RFQs, bid analysis, supplier selection, and contract finalization.

Maintain accurate sourcing documentation and reporting for audits and management reviews.

5. Market Intelligence & Risk Management

Track market trends, emerging technologies, and cost drivers.

Identify risks in the supply chain and implement mitigation strategies.

Benchmark best practices and continuously improve sourcing processes.

Key Skills & Competencies:

1. Strong technical knowledge of (relevant domain – electronics, mechanical, electrical, plastics, sheet metal, etc.).
2. Expertise in sourcing processes, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations.
3. Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/IFS), and sourcing tools.
4. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
5. Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
6. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results under tight timelines.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
2. 5-6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing/engineering setup.
3. Exposure to global sourcing, supplier development, and cost reduction projects.
4. Knowledge of quality systems (ISO, APQP, PPAP) will be an added advantage.

Why Join 7-Eleven Global Solution Center?

When you join us, you'll embrace ownership as teams within specific product areas take responsibility for end-to-end solution delivery, supporting local teams and integrating new digital assets. Challenge yourself by contributing to products deployed across our extensive network of convenience stores, processing over a billion transactions annually. Build solutions for scale, addressing the diverse needs of our 84,000+ stores in 19 countries. Experience growth through cross-functional learning, encouraged and applauded at 7-Eleven GSC. With our size, stability, and resources, you can navigate a rewarding career. Embody leadership and service as 7-Eleven GSC remains dedicated to meeting the needs of customers and communities.

Why We Exist, Our Purpose and Our Transformation?

7-Eleven is dedicated to being a customer-centric, digitally empowered organization that seamlessly integrates our physical stores with digital offerings. Our goal is to redefine convenience by consistently providing top-notch customer experiences and solutions in a rapidly evolving consumer landscape. Anticipating customer preferences, we create and implement platforms that empower customers to shop, pay, and access products and services according to their preferences. To achieve success, we are driving a cultural shift anchored in leadership principles, supported by the realignment of organizational resources and processes.

At 7-Eleven we are guided by our Leadership Principles . Each principle has a defined set of behaviours which help guide the 7-Eleven GSC team to Serve Customers and Support Stores.

1. Be Customer Obsessed
2. Be Courageous with Your Point of View
3. Challenge the Status Quo
4. Act Like an Entrepreneur
5. Have an “It Can Be Done” Attitude
6. Do the Right Thing
7. Be Accountable

About This Opportunity

Job Title: Analyst - Strategic Sourcing

Location: Bangalore

Job Description:

• Evaluate Purchase Requisitions for accuracy and thoroughly understand the underlying requirements.
• Manage the sourcing activities, including RFx processes, comparative analysis, and vendor selection.
• Manage contracting and procurement, from contract drafting to Purchase Order creation post-PR approval.
• Proficient in supply chain platforms such as Oracle & GEP Smart; experience with integrated systems is advantageous.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and develop actionable plans for implementation.
• Oversee vendor lifecycle management, including onboarding, offboarding, performance tracking, and contract compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align negotiation strategies with business goals and maximize value.
• Maintain and update vendor records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of key data.
• Monitor and escalate vendor-related risks, issues, and action items as needed.
• Execute end-to-end purchase operations, including POD handling, invoicing, and vendor support, ensuring compliance with company policies and audit standards.
• Take ownership of outcomes, ensuring accountability and delivery of results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced MS Excel/ MS Office Skills are required
• Excellent Communication skills are required
• Experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to influence stake holders and cross functional teams to drive agenda
• A team player with ability to work with people from all corporate levels
• Strong business understanding and know-how
• Strong data collection, collation and representation skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills - Ability to interpret data and trends, diagnose problems, and formulate effective action plans to resolve issues.
• Customer and service centric mind set, placing the user at the heart of the solution
• Able to multi-task and respond quickly and effectively to the challenges faced in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, able to plan and prioritize workload

Education & Experience:

• 3-6 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement and Contracting
• Any Graduation with relevant experience in Strategic Sourcing

7-Eleven Global Solution Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our strategy focuses on three core pillars – workplace culture, diverse talent and how we show up in the communities we serve. As the recognized leader in convenience, the 7-Eleven family of brands embraces diversity, equity and inclusion (DE+I). It’s not only the right thing to do for customers, Franchisees and employees—it’s a business imperative.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s India, the Global Capability Center of Lowe’s Companies Inc., is a hub for driving our technology, business, analytics, and shared services strategy. Based in Bengaluru with over 4,500 associates, it powers innovations across omnichannel retail, AI/ML, enterprise architecture, supply chain, and customer experience. From supporting and launching homegrown solutions to fostering innovation through its Catalyze platform, Lowe’s India plays a pivotal role in transforming home improvement retail while upholding strong commitment to social impact and sustainability. For more information, visit Lowes India

About the Team

The Enterprise Strategic Sourcing team executes sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the business units they support. This position works closely with the sourcing manager and category manager in the Store Supplies/Facilities categories

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this role is to partner with key areas of the Enterprise Strategic Sourcing team to execute sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the business units they support. This position works closely with the sourcing manager and category manager in the Store Supplies/Facilities categories (supplies, collateral and racking areas, specific to our retail and supply chain locations in USA) to executive a variety of sourcing techniques that include data and baseline analysis, RFx development and contract execution. Other key components of the role include contributing to continuous improvement activities, building relationships with the business and support teams, and supporting key initiatives for the organization. In addition to the sourcing responsibilities, this role will also support vendor management, procurement operations and catalog support for the business teams.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes RFPs, RFQs and RFIs, etc. as needed to support the business needs
• Develops baseline analysis and current conditions for sourcing events.
• Consolidates vendor bid sheets.
• Completes initial bid analysis for sourcing events.
• Initiates vendor outreach and develops vendor list for sourcing events.
• Sets up sourcing events using appropriate E-Sourcing tools and processes.
• Owns and updates ESS and business partners on sourcing project updates and status of initiatives.
• Negotiates, processes and executes vendor NDA's and Master Agreements, while adhering to financial policies and compliance requirements.
• Drafts and develops Statement of Work (SOWs) with the outline of technical requirements for sourcing projects and RFX events.
• Coordinates necessary documentation and process for vendor on-boarding.
• Expected to interface frequently with customers regarding project updates and status.
• Builds and maintains effective customer relationships.

Years of Experience:

• 5 – 8 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Contract and SoW Drafting, Negotiations

Education Qualification & Certifications (optional)

Required Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree/Master's degree

Skill Set Required

Primary Skills (Must have)

• Strategic Sourcing, Contract and SoW Drafting, Negotiations
• Experience in Project management and Vendor Management is a must
• Experience in dealing with USA/international stakeholders, suppliers and/or clients is a must
• Experience in building RFPs, SOWs and Contracting and running Projects is a must.
• Experience in negotiating multi-million-dollar contracts
• Experience collaborating and communicating at the executive level
• Experience managing cross-functional project teams and resources
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Procurement experience for US and Canada markets is required
• Very good English communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under state or local law. Lowe’s wishes to maintain appropriate standards and integrity in meeting the requirements of the Information Technology Act’s privacy provisions.