4,057 Sourcing Materials jobs in India
Strategic Sourcing Manager, Raw Materials
Posted 11 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key raw materials, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain security.
- Conduct comprehensive market analysis, supplier assessments, and benchmarking to identify opportunities and risks.
- Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers, ensuring favorable agreements.
- Manage and cultivate strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Monitor supplier performance against agreed-upon metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and supplier consolidation.
- Develop and maintain robust supply chain risk management strategies, including contingency planning.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., R&D, manufacturing, finance) to understand material requirements and align sourcing strategies.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Stay abreast of market trends, commodity prices, and technological advancements impacting raw material procurement.
- Oversee the procurement process, including RFx development, bid evaluation, and contract awards.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a specialization in raw materials or commodities.
- Proven success in developing and executing effective sourcing strategies that deliver significant cost savings and supply chain improvements.
- Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to assess total cost of ownership.
- In-depth knowledge of global supply chain dynamics and risk management principles.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are highly desirable.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote, global team environment.
This is a pivotal role for ensuring our manufacturing operations have a reliable and cost-effective supply of essential materials. If you are a results-oriented sourcing professional, we encourage you to apply. This role supports operations related to Vadodara, Gujarat, IN , but is a fully remote position.
Strategic Sourcing Manager- Direct Materials and Distribution
Posted 12 days ago
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**Roles & Responsibilities:**
+ Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management
+ Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices
+ Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
+ Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making
+ Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes
+ Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner
+ Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value.
+ Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives.
+ Work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills
+ Work closely with Procurement Commercial Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy
+ Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement **.**
**Leadership**
+ Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and are implemented effectively.
+ Ensure that all Direct Materials & Distribution procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with best practices.
+ Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development.
+ Maturity to activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with stakeholders.
+ Responsible for delivering results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing
**Functional Skills:**
**Must-Have Skills:**
+ Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience
+ Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
+ Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and CLM Tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs)
+ Proficiency in English language
**Good-to-Have Skills:**
+ Demonstrated leadership in Direct Materials & Distribution, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
+ Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions
+ Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
+ Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
+ Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate Direct Materials & Distribution service agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes.
+ Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence senior stakeholders
+ Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation
+ Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements
**Soft Skills:**
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
+ Ability to navigate ambiguity
+ High degree of initiative and self-motivation
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
+ Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
+ Influencing and Change Management skills
**Basic Qualifications:**
Master's degree and 4 to 6 years of Sourcing experience OR
Bachelor's degree and 6 to 8 years of Sourcing experience OR
Diploma and 10 to 12 years of Sourcing experience
Strategic Sourcing
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1) Commodity Management - Developing Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Selection & Assessment, Commercial settlement (Sheet Metal Components - Press & Welded Parts like Brackets, Fuel Tank, Oil Sump,Chasis, Panels, Fenders,Sash, CCB, Runchannels,FootStep, K Frame, Hot Stamping Part, Long Member Assys, Cross Members), Capex/investment settlement of FTG
2) Managing Total Cost of ownership through Cost Negotiated Saving & Value Engineering 3) Material cost Containment
4) Supplier Risk Management & Mitigation (Associated with commodity, conversion, fire & safety etc)
5) Capacity planning, Setting up structural review & de-bottleneck issues
6) Benchmarking for Technology & cost
7) Data Analytics & leverage technology for effective analysis
8) Financial Analysis - Suppliers Assesment
Strategic Sourcing
Posted 1 day ago
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Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster
Fictiv, coined the "AWS of manufacturing," is a leading technology company transforming the $350 billion manufacturing industry. Our cutting-edge cloud platform uses AI and machine learning algorithms to help companies build hardware at the speed of software. Come join our growing team
What's in it for you?
At Fictiv, we're building the world's leading platform for hardware manufacturing. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst is central to optimizing the company's US manufacturing capabilities. This involves analyzing detailed requirements to inform strategic decisions about sourcing and developing manufacturing capacity, whether through external partners or owned facilities. The analyst also plays a key role in managing and enhancing relationships with Manufacturing Partners (MPs), using performance metrics to ensure their capabilities evolve from prototyping to full production support.
This role also focuses on building robust manufacturing networks to support strategic customers, particularly in high-growth sectors. The analyst conducts supply chain gap analysis to identify areas for expansion and improvement, collaborating cross-functionally to implement new systems and agreements. Continuous monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators are essential to ensure the manufacturing ecosystem consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.
Finally, the analyst improves financial accuracy by providing insights for "should-cost" analysis and MP negotiations. They also work to enhance the feedback loop to MPs, utilizing analytics-driven solutions to improve communication accuracy and timeliness. This contributes to better MP performance and strengthens the overall manufacturing network, especially for strategic customers.
In this role, you will report to the Director of Strategic Sourcing for the US Region.
Impact In This Role
At Fictiv, we streamline sourcing for our customers, with the Strategic Sourcing team at the forefront of this mission. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst role significantly impacts Fictiv's success by ensuring a robust and responsive US manufacturing ecosystem. This position directly contributes to achieving key business outcomes like increasing US Gross Profit and improving high tolerance opportunity conversion rates. By analyzing real time information to strategically develop manufacturing capacity, optimize supplier relationships, and enhance financial accuracy through "should-cost" analysis, the analyst strengthens Fictiv's ability to meet diverse customer demands, particularly for strategic high-growth sectors, and ultimately drives the efficiency and profitability of the company's hardware manufacturing platform.
What You'll Be Doing
- US Supply Chain Ecosystem Market Research. Develop and maintain a database of potential first and second tier suppliers, complete with capabilities, scale, etc for the Sourcing team to use as an input to supply chain development activities. Develop reports on US market trends to report back to the Sourcing team & General Manager of the US to inform Sourcing strategy adjustments. This role will own the sourcing dashboard to enable the strategic sourcing team to make real time decisions with the most accuracy possible.
- Should Cost Analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. Costing & DFM) to maintain and refine input costs (e.g. labor rates, material costs) to regularly improve should cost algorithms, improving our ability to cost in-house and negotiate with our Manufacturing Partners.
- Network Development Support. Work with Fictiv tools and cross-functional team members to improve timely feedback to our Manufacturing Partners to improve their competitiveness. Enable gap assessments of MP capabilities and Fictiv production needs.
Desired traits
- Minimum BS degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Data Science, or a related discipline; MBA preferred.
- 6-8 years experience in strategic sourcing, manufacturing, and/or business development roles within custom manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on analytics driven results / improvements.
- Proficiency with business intelligence software (e.g., Sigma) and ERP systems (e.g., Odoo).
- Experience with analysis in supply chains handling regulated industries preferred (Aerospace / Med-Device / Energy)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and present data findings, with the ability to effectively collaborate across different time zones.
- Meticulous and detail-oriented & fluent in American English required
- Proven ability to proactively identify needs, manage time effectively, and complete tasks efficiently with minimal oversight, driving initiatives from conception to completion.
- Ideally have experience working entirely during US business hours in a previous role
Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon.
About Fictiv
Our Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed and delivered to customers around the world.
This transformation is made possible through our technology-backed platform, our global network of manufacturing partners, and our people with deep expertise in hardware and software development.
We're actively seeking potential teammates who can bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. We believe inclusion is the best way to create a strong, empathetic team. Our belief is that the best team is born from an environment that emphasizes respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Strategic Sourcing
Posted 1 day ago
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Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management. Schneider Electric is a publicly traded Fortune Global 500 company, the company posted revenues of 34.2 billion. It addresses homes, buildings, data centres, infrastructure, and industries, by combining energy technologies, real-time automation, software, and services. Schneider Electric is the parent company of APC, Aveva, L&T E&A among so many.
Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to
diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.
Position Title: Manager / Senior Manager_ Strategic Sourcing _ Electronics
Education: B.E (Electronics)
Experience: years
Work Location: Vadodara
Key Responsibility:
Development of Electronic products at EMS
Electronic manufacturing process of EMS and Quality
De-Risking & rationalize supplier base as per Sourcing Strategy for electronic components
Alternate component / source development
Development of parts with vendor, Initiate RFQ, Purchase Orders & follow-up Involve in Part approval process along with Engineering & Quality.
Zero based Costing, Rate fixation, Rate Negotiation, rate revision as per agreed frequency
IT tool like SAP, advanced Excel based working knowledge
Identify cost saving opportunity & work on Identified project for Cost reduction
Decision making and good working collaboration with Agile approach
Good Sourcing knowledge on the Local and Global Distribution for the electronic products.
Project management skills
Electronics distributions, manufacturing process, product costing, SAP, project management skill, Including labour, equipment costing, & process costing
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best
We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we embrace different as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
Strategic Sourcing
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Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster
Fictiv, coined the "AWS of manufacturing," is a leading technology company transforming the $350 billion manufacturing industry. Our cutting-edge cloud platform uses AI and machine learning algorithms to help companies build hardware at the speed of software. Come join our growing team
What's in it for you?At Fictiv, we're building the world's leading platform for hardware manufacturing. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst is central to optimizing the company's US manufacturing capabilities. This involves analyzing detailed requirements to inform strategic decisions about sourcing and developing manufacturing capacity, whether through external partners or owned facilities. The analyst also plays a key role in managing and enhancing relationships with Manufacturing Partners (MPs), using performance metrics to ensure their capabilities evolve from prototyping to full production support.
This role also focuses on building robust manufacturing networks to support strategic customers, particularly in high-growth sectors. The analyst conducts supply chain gap analysis to identify areas for expansion and improvement, collaborating cross-functionally to implement new systems and agreements. Continuous monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators are essential to ensure the manufacturing ecosystem consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.
Finally, the analyst improves financial accuracy by providing insights for "should-cost" analysis and MP negotiations. They also work to enhance the feedback loop to MPs, utilizing analytics-driven solutions to improve communication accuracy and timeliness. This contributes to better MP performance and strengthens the overall manufacturing network, especially for strategic customers.
In this role, you will report to the Director of Strategic Sourcing for the US Region.
Impact In This RoleAt Fictiv, we streamline sourcing for our customers, with the Strategic Sourcing team at the forefront of this mission. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst role significantly impacts Fictiv's success by ensuring a robust and responsive US manufacturing ecosystem. This position directly contributes to achieving key business outcomes like increasing US Gross Profit and improving high tolerance opportunity conversion rates. By analyzing real time information to strategically develop manufacturing capacity, optimize supplier relationships, and enhance financial accuracy through "should-cost" analysis, the analyst strengthens Fictiv's ability to meet diverse customer demands, particularly for strategic high-growth sectors, and ultimately drives the efficiency and profitability of the company's hardware manufacturing platform.
What You'll Be DoingUS Supply Chain Ecosystem Market Research. Develop and maintain a database of potential first and second tier suppliers, complete with capabilities, scale, etc for the Sourcing team to use as an input to supply chain development activities. Develop reports on US market trends to report back to the Sourcing team & General Manager of the US to inform Sourcing strategy adjustments. This role will own the sourcing dashboard to enable the strategic sourcing team to make real time decisions with the most accuracy possible.
Should Cost Analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. Costing & DFM) to maintain and refine input costs (e.g. labor rates, material costs) to regularly improve should cost algorithms, improving our ability to cost in-house and negotiate with our Manufacturing Partners.
Network Development Support. Work with Fictiv tools and cross-functional team members to improve timely feedback to our Manufacturing Partners to improve their competitiveness. Enable gap assessments of MP capabilities and Fictiv production needs.
- Minimum BS degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Data Science, or a related discipline; MBA preferred.
- 6-8 years experience in strategic sourcing, manufacturing, and/or business development roles within custom manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on analytics driven results / improvements.
- Proficiency with business intelligence software (e.g., Sigma) and ERP systems (e.g., Odoo).
- Experience with analysis in supply chains handling regulated industries preferred (Aerospace / Med-Device / Energy)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and present data findings, with the ability to effectively collaborate across different time zones.
- Meticulous and detail-oriented & fluent in American English required
- Proven ability to proactively identify needs, manage time effectively, and complete tasks efficiently with minimal oversight, driving initiatives from conception to completion.
- Ideally have experience working entirely during US business hours in a previous role
Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon.
About Fictiv
Our Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed and delivered to customers around the world.
This transformation is made possible through our technology-backed platform, our global network of manufacturing partners, and our people with deep expertise in hardware and software development.
We're actively seeking potential teammates who can bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. We believe inclusion is the best way to create a strong, empathetic team. Our belief is that the best team is born from an environment that emphasizes respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Specialist, Strategic Sourcing
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In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.
We are looking out for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our team in Goa !
This highly motivated individual will be responsible for leading and driving NPI (New Product Introduction) and Localization projects for Fiber to Home and related Broadband Telecommunication product developments with close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
How You'll Help Us Connect the World:
- This role will be accountable for right Cost derivation and service focusing on speed to develop/ localize in-region with clear Project tracking and monitoring results. The right candidate should have relevant experience in Procurement of Fiber Management Products which includes Fiber cable, Connectors, Molded Plastic Components, Polymers, UTP Cable etc. Exposure to SAP and project management is essential. Knowledge of related Pan India vendor base is required.
- Own and drive the sourcing and procurement process for new product introductions/localization including but not limited to:
- Vendor selections and qualifications with respect to category / risk defined.
- Part qualification in collaboration with Engineering, Operation, Supplier Quality and QA
- Development at right cost and service level to ensure project outputs are met.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (locally and globally) to understand product requirements and identify potential suppliers which satisfy said needs.
- Evaluate and select suppliers based on their capabilities, quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels, functions, businesses on project status, constraints, and mitigations.
- Build costing templates and analyze gaps to negotiate against vendor part quotes / costs.
- Expertise in FTH Products and experience in contract manufacturing and make/buy decisions.
- Strong project tracking, and engagement with partners to overcome constraints to keep project status on track.
Required Qualifications for Consideration:
- Bachelor’s in Engineering or equivalent area.
- Preferably 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Localization Project leadership
- Solid understanding of Fiber distribution to home products and vendor base in India
- This position requires considerable liaison with peers and managing Cross functional relationships.
You Will Excite Us If You Have:
- Good in communication, costing, negotiation
- Hands on experience in MS Office applications with Proficiency in Excel
- Exposure to Power-BI tool desirable
- Supply chain management
- Exposure/Expertise in SAP and Project tracking
- Make/Buy experience
- FTH Products exposure
What Happens After You Apply :
Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting
Why CommScope?
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables groundbreaking discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside forward-thinking, hardworking, and caring people who strive to create what's next….come connect to your future at CommScope.
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Specialist, Strategic Sourcing
Posted 12 days ago
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Req ID: 79212
Location:
Verna, Goa, India
In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.
We are looking out for a **Strategic Sourcing Specialist** to join our team in **Goa** !
This highly motivated individual will be responsible for leading and driving NPI (New Product Introduction) and Localization projects for Fiber to Home and related Broadband Telecommunication product developments with close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
**How You'll Help Us Connect the World:**
+ This role will be accountable for right Cost derivation and service focusing on speed to develop/ localize in-region with clear Project tracking and monitoring results. The right candidate should have relevant experience in Procurement of Fiber Management Products which includes Fiber cable, Connectors, Molded Plastic Components, Polymers, UTP Cable etc. Exposure to SAP and project management is essential. Knowledge of related Pan India vendor base is required.
+ Own and drive the sourcing and procurement process for new product introductions/localization including but not limited to:
+ Vendor selections and qualifications with respect to category / risk defined.
+ Part qualification in collaboration with Engineering, Operation, Supplier Quality and QA
+ Development at right cost and service level to ensure project outputs are met.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (locally and globally) to understand product requirements and identify potential suppliers which satisfy said needs.
+ Evaluate and select suppliers based on their capabilities, quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities.
+ Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels, functions, businesses on project status, constraints, and mitigations.
+ Build costing templates and analyze gaps to negotiate against vendor part quotes / costs.
+ Expertise in FTH Products and experience in contract manufacturing and make/buy decisions.
+ Strong project tracking, and engagement with partners to overcome constraints to keep project status on track.
**Required Qualifications for Consideration:**
+ Bachelor's in Engineering or equivalent area.
+ Preferably 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Localization Project leadership
+ Solid understanding of Fiber distribution to home products and vendor base in India
+ This position requires considerable liaison with peers and managing Cross functional relationships.
**You Will Excite Us If You Have:**
+ Good in communication, costing, negotiation
+ Hands on experience in MS Office applications with Proficiency in Excel
+ Exposure to Power-BI tool desirable
+ Supply chain management
+ Exposure/Expertise in SAP and Project tracking
+ Make/Buy experience
+ FTH Products exposure
**What Happens After You Apply** :
Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting CommScope?**
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables groundbreaking discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside forward-thinking, hardworking, and caring people who strive to create what's next.come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at
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Strategic Sourcing Engineer
Posted 12 days ago
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Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
**What We Offer**
Location:
Bangalore,IND
You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits ( .
**Introduction**
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The **NPI MPM** is responsible for sourcing of newly designed products, setting up strategies for cost reduction, supply continuity and sourcing decisions.
**Primary Responsibility**
+ Responsible for initiating and managing RFQ, lead time, should cost (Cost estimation) request assigned by internal stakeholders.
+ Able to utilize existing supplier matrix for quoting, negotiate and award business to supplier.
+ Drive dual sourcing to ensure supply continuity, understand long-lead drivers and develop lead time mitigation strategies.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sourcing strategies/ plans for NPI/ Pilot projects.
+ Responsible for supplier part qualification per inspection requirements for components identified as critical parts.
+ Ability to understand multi-level BOM, read drawings, special process/ specifications and communicate with suppliers.
+ Identify make vs. buy opportunities and drive alignment/decision with key stakeholders
+ Using software tools, perform regular cost roll-up and analyze cost performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost target.
+ Responsible for resolving discrepancies between cost targets and quoted cost, create and deliver presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders.
+ Develop supplier selection process for piece parts and outsourced modules/ assemblies, identify supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions.
+ Ensure smooth product transition from NPI to volume manufacturing.
**Qualification & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical or Electronics) with minimum of 6 years of experience into sourcing, program management and supplier management.
+ Must have Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics commodity experience
**Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory)**
+ Should have prior **sourcing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier management** experience.
+ Should have prior experience in **Cost Optimization, Spend Analysis**
+ Proficient with MS Office. **Excel** is a must
+ Knowledge of **manufacturing methods & commodities** as related to product and cost structure.
+ Ability to read and interpret **BOM's.**
+ Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision.
+ Excellent people and presentation skills.
**Other Skills (Good to have)**
+ Knowledge of **SAP MM** Module.
+ **Costing experience** : needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc.
+ Have worked with **cross functional team** on New product / Design change projects.
+ Able to interpret drawings. Using 3D modelling and PLM software.
+ Have worked with **global suppliers** .
**Additional Information**
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Employee Type:**
Assignee / Regular
**Travel:**
Yes, 20% of the Time
**Relocation Eligible:**
Yes
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Strategic Sourcing Engineer
Posted 12 days ago
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Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
**What We Offer**
Location:
Bangalore,IND
You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits ( .
**Introduction**
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The **NPI MPM** is responsible for sourcing of newly designed products, setting up strategies for cost reduction, supply continuity and sourcing decisions.
**Primary Responsibility**
+ Responsible for initiating and managing RFQ, lead time, should cost (Cost estimation) request assigned by internal stakeholders.
+ Able to utilize existing supplier matrix for quoting, negotiate and award business to supplier.
+ Drive dual sourcing to ensure supply continuity, understand long-lead drivers and develop lead time mitigation strategies.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sourcing strategies/ plans for NPI/ Pilot projects.
+ Responsible for supplier part qualification per inspection requirements for components identified as critical parts.
+ Ability to understand multi-level BOM, read drawings, special process/ specifications and communicate with suppliers.
+ Identify make vs. buy opportunities and drive alignment/decision with key stakeholders
+ Using software tools, perform regular cost roll-up and analyze cost performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost target.
+ Responsible for resolving discrepancies between cost targets and quoted cost, create and deliver presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders.
+ Develop supplier selection process for piece parts and outsourced modules/ assemblies, identify supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions.
+ Ensure smooth product transition from NPI to volume manufacturing.
**Qualification & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical/Electrical or Electronics) with minimum of 6 years of experience into sourcing, program management and supplier management.
+ Must have Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics commodity experience
**Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory)**
+ Should have prior **sourcing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier management** experience.
+ Proficient with MS Office. **Excel** is a must
+ Knowledge of **manufacturing methods & commodities** as related to product and cost structure.
+ Ability to read and interpret **BOM's.**
+ Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision.
+ Excellent people and presentation skills.
**Other Skills (Good to have)**
+ Knowledge of **SAP MM** Module.
+ **Costing experience** : needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc.
+ Have worked with **cross functional team** on New product / Design change projects.
+ Able to interpret drawings. Using 3D modelling and PLM software.
+ Have worked with **global suppliers** .
**Additional Information**
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Employee Type:**
Assignee / Regular
**Travel:**
Yes, 10% of the Time
**Relocation Eligible:**
Yes
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