4,112 Sourcing jobs in India

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and strategically-minded Lead Supply Chain Analyst to spearhead their global sourcing initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for optimizing our client's procurement processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of their international supply chain operations. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of purchasing strategies, market dynamics, and supplier relationship management. You will play a critical role in building and maintaining strong relationships with global suppliers, negotiating contracts, and mitigating supply chain risks.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify and secure cost-effective suppliers worldwide.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to understand global supply and demand trends, pricing, and emerging opportunities.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, terms, and conditions for goods and services.
• Manage and foster strong, long-term relationships with a diverse base of international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct regular reviews, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement, proposing data-driven solutions.
• Develop and maintain inventory management strategies to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to align sourcing strategies with overall business objectives.
• Implement and oversee procurement best practices and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Identify and evaluate potential supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and software to track spending, analyze costs, and forecast future needs.
• Stay informed about global trade regulations, tariffs, and geopolitical factors that may impact the supply chain.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, procurement, or sourcing, with a strong emphasis on global operations.
• Proven experience in negotiating complex contracts and managing international supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data sets and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of global trade, logistics, and import/export regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive approach to risk management.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment and proficiency with collaboration tools.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of additional languages spoken in key sourcing regions is advantageous.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to make a significant impact on our client's global operations.

Our client, a leading multinational corporation in the manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Sourcing Manager to oversee and optimize our global supply chain operations. This critical role will be based at our **Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh** facility and will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that enhance cost-effectiveness, quality, and supply chain resilience. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and international trade regulations. You will be tasked with identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with potential suppliers worldwide, managing supplier performance, and fostering strong, long-term relationships. Key responsibilities include developing category strategies, leading cross-functional sourcing teams, and ensuring compliance with ethical sourcing practices and company policies. You will analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, mitigate supply chain risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. We are looking for a highly analytical individual with exceptional negotiation skills, a proven track record in strategic sourcing, and strong leadership capabilities. A Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, along with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement and sourcing, is required. Experience with SAP or other major ERP systems and a strong understanding of global logistics are essential. This position requires a commitment to working from our **Visakhapatnam** office, fostering collaboration with regional and global teams to achieve strategic procurement objectives. Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and globally recognized organization.

**Minimum qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
+ 2 years of experience in program or project management.
+ 2 years of experience with manufacturing, supply chain management, or fulfillment planning and execution in a new product introduction (NPI) role.
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems, supply chain planning, or execution platforms.
+ Experience with inventory management, procurement processes, and financial reconciliation.
+ Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams on business process enhancements.
+ Excellent problem-solving skills.
A problem isn't truly solved until it's solved for all. That's why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you'll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish - working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.
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**Responsibilities:**
+ Lead Digital Transformation, drive the development of new digital capabilities and features to enhance supply chain execution within Contract Manufacturing.
+ Translate business requirements into functional and technical designs, and oversee solution delivery and deployment. Evaluate gaps in existing processes, platforms and drive the business case for transformation.
+ Oversee various programs and projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Develop and articulate project road-maps, timelines and execution. Assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Plan hyper care and address post-rollout issues for new capabilities.
+ Drive internal and external partner engagement and communications, represent the function in a variety of forums and formats. Support Change management, training and communications to stakeholders.
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Roles and Responsibilities

JOB DETAILS :Position Title: AM - SourcingReports to: Sr. ManagerDepartment - Supply ChainLocation - Noida RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES -- Good understanding of direct material sourcing- Good understanding of Market drivers for Agri commodities and commodity cycle.- Understanding Marco & Micro economic factors are impacting key commodities and understanding harvesting and price cycles.- Responsible for tracking daily/ weekly/ monthly markets and gathering information on supply & demand and price-determining factors- Responsible for providing price trends, forecasting, and making buying decisions for the most competitive buying, ensuring 100% supply compliance.- Responsible for developing, leading, executing procurement strategies, and negotiating contracts to maximize the benefit to the organization.- Perform cost-benefit analysis and benchmarking of the market and competition-saving cost saving opportunities.- Driving cross-functional productivity initiatives to deliver value for the organization. Vendor Management- Ensure close monitoring of vendor performance on the business share, product quality, and adherence to performance parameters- Take the lead in identifying new, more reliable, and lower-cost sources of supply.- Ensuring Service Responsible for coordinating with vendors and factory team to facilitate timely deliveries of materials to the factory.- Ensuring 100% compliance on vendor contracts- Responsible for resolution of all issues related to packing material quality, specifications, revalidations, damages/losses, and commercial matters related to packing materials vendors.- Responsible for coordinating with internal cross-functional teams for resolution of vendor payment issues.- Assist factories in efficiently managing inventories and drive lead time reduction projects like JIT.- Assist finance team in working capital management by negotiating payment terms with vendors Systems & Process- Comply with organization policy in general and procurement policy in particular.- Function as a team player to implement end-to-end solutions across the supply chain, including interactions with demand planning, manufacturing, logistics, R&D, vendors & other external agencies.

Desired Candidate Profile

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE Qualification: MBA (Supply Chain Management / Finance/ Marketing), Engineering Degree - 2-4 years of experience in buying Agri-based raw materials in an FMCG / related organization- Knowledge of the SAP and Ariba platform is an added advantage.- Expertise in Vendor management, contracting, and new Vendor identification & approval.- A proven track record of delivering cost savings through negotiations and innovation. - Excellent analytical, presentation skills, and communication skills.- Ability to driver solutions and driver results

Job Description

The Sourcing Manager for the Products and Client Category is part of a category sourcing team, responsible for managing and executing Visa’s sourcing strategy. This includes identifying potential suppliers, analyzing supplier capabilities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that the suppliers meet the company's business needs.

Partnering with local business units/functions to establish a pro-active and agreed supply chain solutions to deliver increased value to Visa and our Clients, go-to-market efficiency and reduced risk to meet business strategy. The role requires significant external interaction with existing and yet to be identified suppliers. The Sourcing Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring that the company secures the best suppliers for its needs.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
•7 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 5 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 4 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications
•Bachelors/Degree or equivalent experience, 8 - 10 years, of solid experience within the financial services industry or payment network and products, spanning the areas of strategic sourcing, category management, commercial management, contract management or procurement management.
•Strong knowledge of financial services retail products, payment cards, loyalty solutions, banking benefits, travel platforms, concierge services and marketing/promotion related to the financial services/retail banking/ payments industry
•Proven track record of successful category management, and execution in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

**About this role:**
Wells Fargo is seeking a Sourcing Associate.
**In this role, you will:**
+ Manage and administer the relationships for assigned low risk vendors and suppliers
+ Plan and implement purchasing activities, measure, monitor, and report performance levels, completing vendor or supplier evaluations and scorecards
+ Conduct review meetings as a tool for improving supplier performance, and escalate and resolve customer service issues with the supplier or vendor
+ Work with experienced sourcing consultants to identify ways to improve supply chain performance including cost savings, quality improvements, and discount programs
+ Identify improvements in tools and processes to streamline and automate the supply or commodity management process
+ Understand vendor management and sourcing practices
+ Work with contract negotiations and vendor relationships of low to medium complexity
+ Complete work under direction of more experienced staff
+ Act as focal point for low risk sourcing and vendor management activities
**Required Qualifications:**
+ 3+ years of Sourcing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
**Desired Qualifications:**
+ Contract Drafting
**Posting End Date:**
11 Sep 2025
**_*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants._**
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Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
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**Role Summary/Purpose:**
+ The Site sourcing leader will be responsible for driving Site Sourcing Strategy, Diversified Commodity & execution for India Friction business, ToTs, development of Brakes and Safety Products to meet program level deliverables on cost out projects and localization.
+ This position will also be responsible to driving deflation for various commodities of India Transit Business as per annual budgeting plans.
+ This position will act as Liaison between Strategic Sourcing Team & Site Sourcing Teams from various locations ( regional and global) including Operations for their requirements.
+ The person will be also responsible for the Diversified Products /C-Class parts Commodity Strategy including Supplier Management, Deflation, Parts localisation, Resourcing and Supplier Performance
+ To support the business growth through engagement with supplier and SCM for ongoing purchasing issues
+ Ensure that the commodity strategies are implemented at the Rohtak site level. Anticipate and implement the new supplier and technology based on business needs
+ Lead regular meetings between Project manager, Purchasing, SQA, Supply Chain to align the purchasing strategies in line with the site needs
+ To understand/evaluate capabilities of existing and potential Indian suppliers to facilitate strategic sourcing while meeting all quality, cost and growth expectations.
+ Evaluation of supplier quotations utilizing total cost, appropriate negotiation skills.
+ **Commodity & Supplier Management** :
+ Deliver deflation as per the annual target for direct material buy for India Transit business - Rohtak
+ Develop technical and regional supplier market intelligence.
+ Instrumental in playing a key role in ToTs (Transfer of Technologies) for Transit Business
+ Establish the strategy for the Friction and Commodities related Procurements, including the "make or buy" decisions.
+ Align with Remanufacturing Strategy & secure Contracts with suppliers to support.
+ Build, qualify, develop, and manage the regional & import supplier panel including rationalization.
+ Define and deploy supplier risk assessments including sole, single and dual sourcing plans.
+ Collaborate with Central Sourcing category teams and Other Transit Site Sourcing Teams to identify deflation opportunities for Transit Business.
+ Create & execute Contracts with suppliers for supporting the Sourcing requirements needed for Site.
+ Supplier Relationship Management:
+ Drive and monitor selection process of new suppliers.
+ Negotiate Suppliers to avail best pricing to win Tenders and place long Term contracts.
+ Ensure Fulfilment for Plant by providing Cross Functional Support. Deflation for B&C, Frictions Diversified products- C-Class parts = Fasteners, Fittings, Springs, Rubber parts like O rings & Seals, Fittings , Bought out Catalogue parts , Hoses etc.
+ **Budget/Forecast:**
+ Participate in annual budgeting exercise and provide input on direct material forecasted spend.
+ Monitors price index monthly and drives action plans to achieve optimum Spend.
+ Request for Quotes:
+ Read the Supplier Drawings, Purchase Specifications & manufacturing requirements for the parts & identify suppliers to support the new Part requirements.
+ Manages RFQ, offer evaluation, negotiation and contracting: frame agreements
+ Optimizes PO payment terms implements supplier payment process automation.
+ **CFT ( Cross Functional Teams) Liaison**
+ Liaison between various Functions, Site Sourcing, Commodity Sourcing, Operations
+ Work with SIOP, SCM Teams to ensure fulfilment best in class in the business.
+ Create visibility of complete supply chain & optimize the Cost by identifying opportunities & ideas for deflation.
+ Support New Business for Transit Organization to identify potential Sources
+ Deploy Standard APQP process while sourcing components, Sub-assemblies, products with the support of SQA.
+ **Operational:**
+ Drives sourcing competitiveness for existing and standard parts.
+ Responsible for re-sourcing of parts/assemblies.
+ Responsible for contract amendments and re-negotiations.
+ Intervenes in major supplier issues once escalated.
+ Execute the Contracts with supplier & work on the Warranty recovery from suppliers for established issues.
**Behavioural and Skills**
+ Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal)
+ Excellence Leadership skills
+ Proven quantitative, data analysis and financial skills. Ability to Lead, Execute development projects.
+ Familiarity with Sourcing Systems, ability to working with different teams in different regions.
+ Ability to articulate both simple and complex situations in a concise and logical manner.
+ Ability to prioritize with strong attention to detail. Self-driven & dynamic Team member who can work in Individual contributor & team member role.
+ People management skills.
+ Influential skills and communication skills with global teams
+ Clear thinking - comfort with ambiguity; Conflict resolution skills.
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**Role Purpose**
Provide leadership and support of the procurement and payment process for all Global Technology hardware, software, telecommunications and services. Develop, support, and present processes, procedures and reporting that support business plans and objectives. Integrate new or acquired business into the control and monitoring process. Ensure timely delivery of products and services, and resolve vendor performance issues. Manage team of professionals in obtaining and delivering purchase orders, and receiving, reconciling, processing and analyzing invoices for all goods and services.
**Key Accountabilities**
+ Develop and maintain effective procurement processes to support decisions by senior management. Manage the preparation of effective reports and presentations for various committee and leadership meetings and other such events. Review queries and reports and raise issues regarding trends, financial expectations and strategic plan. Utilize early warning system (analytical tools, etc.) to highlight critical concerns and take corrective action quickly. Leverage systems solutions to automate the process and reporting.
+ Develop and maintain an effective, accurate and timely quote, order and payment process to support business operations. Educate executives and professionals on processes and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice purchasing. Modify processes and procedures based on feedback and changing business needs.
+ Drive efficiency in the reporting, processes and procedures. Establish target performance levels and metrics to determine effectiveness and improvement opportunities. Identify and implement process improvement opportunities for tracking, controlling, and reporting on purchases and payments. Create and maintain process documentation, job aids, templates and calendar.
+ Identify and implement process improvement opportunities for tracking, controlling, and reporting on activities as needed. Review reporting for issues of concern regarding trends, competitive position, performance against strategic or financial expectations, effects of changes in business environment, etc. Utilize analytical tools to highlight critical concerns, and summarize and present data to executive management, along with potential recommendations for improvement.
+ Execute special research and analysis projects. Work closely with procurement and contract managers, Business Support and other critical staff functions to provide consistent data and assumptions. Manage the preparation of effective reports and presentations for various committee and leadership meetings and other such events.
+ Ensure compliance is maintained with current procedures and internal controls to ensure they are accurate, complete and effective. Ensure compliance is maintained with company policies, laws, rules and regulations.
+ Coach and develop team members; hire, fire, assess, discipline, document performance, recommend salary and classification changes. Act as advisor to staff to help meet established schedules and or resolve technical or operational problems.
**Key Skills & Experiences**
Education -
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, IS, Purchasing Management or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience -
At least 7+ years progressive work experience in multiple areas of business - procurement or supply chain management, financial or business analysis, technology, contract management and asset management.
3-5 years managing teams showing a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Must have a demonstrated ability to build cooperation and trust with colleagues and cross-functional teams and establish strong working relationships to deliver positive results.
Technical skills and Knowledge -
Demonstrated knowledge of product and service needs, financial analysis, and contract terms and conditions in a technology environment. Able to maintain knowledge of changing technologies and product or service providers. Experience with technology, telecommunications, and services negotiations and contract management is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to scope a project and develop a plan of action, ability to influence others, present convincing arguments and deal with conflicting viewpoints.
Consistent implementation of process improvement initiatives while achieving business results and persevering despite obstacles. Demonstrated and sophisticated organization skills and attention to detail while maintaining the big picture view.
Demonstrated experience in leading, managing and motivating people to work as a team within and outside their immediate group in order to achieve and exceed overall business goals.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to address all levels within the organization and work toward consensus. Communication requires explaining and discussing technical and process information clearly and concisely with management, technical staff, and business or professional representatives.
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**At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.**
The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for developing, driving, and maintaining the strategic sourcing of production components to support various Polaris manufacturing operations. In addition, this role will be accountable to complete any tactical aspects of the role that may be required in supporting successful product launches, existing production and materials needs, and any service support that may arise. This role will collaborate with US Sourcing and Engineering teams to gain alignment with the overall Polaris sourcing strategies. The development and implementation of these strategies will ensure the supply base attains Delivery, Quality, New Product Integration, and Cost Competitiveness. The focus of this role will be on supply base that is located within the Indian regions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Serve as a specialist for strategic tasks such as category strategy setup, supplier contract and commercial negotiations, presentations to senior management, point of escalation for supply chain emerging issues, process owner for key continuous improvement efforts, and development of category sourcing strategies together with US counterpart.
+ Establish strong working relationships with management-level employees from key suppliers who provide Chassis & Powertrain components to Polaris.
+ Work with a sense of urgency when supplier issues arise and lead problem resolution discussions with suppliers to drive immediate containment and corrective action. Work with the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to drive short and long-term root cause corrections.
+ Monitor and drive supplier performance for assigned categories to ensure suppliers are meeting Polaris requirements for quality, delivery, and cost.
+ Identify new potential suppliers based on current gaps in the Polaris supply base that can deliver results and a sustainable, world class supply chain and work with Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) team to deliver onboarding target at planned time.
+ Collaborate with cross functional teams to enable development for new products to ensure a successful product launch, on budget, and meet or exceed the production release schedule.
+ Develop capacity assessments with key suppliers to ensure supply continuity.
+ Determine risks in the Asia supply chain and work with the supply chain on mitigation plans.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
+ Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Procurement with demonstrated success in developing supplier partnerships and sourcing strategies.
+ Familiar with Mechanical component and manufacturing process, technical background preferred.
+ Effective negotiation, communication, networking, decision making and problem-solving skills.
+ Effective time-management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
+ Advanced knowledge of supply contracts with domestic and international suppliers.
+ Excellent English written & verbal communication within team and cross-functionally.
+ Good exposure to Microsoft Excel and working knowledge on excel applications
+ Develop Analysis reports based on the data within Excel.
+ Supplier Development skills/capabilities
+ Working experience with an automotive multinational company on Powertrain (engine) parts is preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
+ Fast-paced office environment.
+ Evening meetings/calls with the US is required.
+ 15-30% travel required.
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**About Polaris India**
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Polaris India Private Limited is one of the Polaris group subsidiary companies incorporated on 18th Feb 2011. We launched our flagship products including All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Polaris RANGER: RZR® side - by - side and Snowmobiles in India in August 2011. Through our selected product range, we are creating a whole new culture of Off-Road adventure in India. Polaris India has a strong network of 10 dealerships and state of the art Polaris Experience Zones (Off-Road Tracks) to take the off-road riding culture way ahead. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life. Join Polaris India, where passion meets innovation! We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. ( We Hire**
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