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Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets. Understand market dynamics and support strategies for assigned commodities & proactively drive initiatives to meet sourcing objectives. Support commodity buys.Manage the buying process for a given set of goods. Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.\n\nUnderstand market dynamics and support strategies for assigned commodities & proactively drive initiatives to meet sourcing objectives. Support commodity buys.\n\nAssess supplier capabilities and make recommendations on purchases with new vendor developments\n\nActs as functional expert for the development and negotiation of purchasing contracts for the organization e.g. for partnering, strategic alliances, technology transfers. Provides contracting expertise as needed across the organization. Take initiatives & propose Vendor Development, cost reductions, Lead-time reduction, lean etc.\n\nManage supplier relationships in the best interest of company\n\nWork across factory teams and in tandem with Engineering, Shop, MMI, Process specialists, Quality (Shop + Supplier), Purchase & Logistics teams for timely supplies\n\nRFQ preparation based on all the technical information and requirement.\n\nCost estimation, Quotation Tabulation and Budgetary cost consumption data preparation.\n\nNegotiation with selected vendors. (Lead negotiations with key suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing and terms as per the business need.)\n\nOrder placing on Suitable vendor considering cost, Supplier Qualification, technical competency, Budget & delivery.\n\nMonitor Supplier performance & drive for improvement plans.\n\nMaintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and build new relationships to diversify the supply base.\n\nAssess and mitigate risks associated with suppliers, such as supply chain disruptions or quality issue.\n\nAlign KPI’s & strategize the goal in accordance with the Function’s KPIs(Spend, Payment Terms, deflation, OTD, PR to PO cycle, etc.)\n\nWork closely with internal and external stake holders to define sourcing requirements, ensuring alignment with operational needs\n\nProcess and procurement knowledge pertaining to Forging, valve internal, bearing, Commodity management, Medium and heavy component machining along with Special Process knowledge.\n\nDevelop and implement procurement strategies, including sourcing, vendor selection, and contract negotiation for New Supplier development drives.\n\nIdentify Potential Suppliers in India /Low-cost countries and drive new supplier development /qualification initiatives. (Localization Initiatives, Supplier on boarding, Product Qualification process.)\n\nCoordination with Key Commodity leaders for global benchmarking and drive initiatives to develop critical components in India including small mechanical parts\n\nStake holder networking for effective problem solving\n\nProviding 100% material visibility and tracking across the organization\n\nLead /participate in supplier performance improvement/ rating programs\n\nWork with suppliers, internals functions to create “idea” pool and drive action plans to achieve year on year deflation and lead time reduction targets\n\nQualifications :\nBachelor degree (preferably Master of engineering) with good business acumen and holistic understanding of cross functional working in a business\n\n10-15 years of experience in sourcing/procurement / Project Management / understanding of various manufacturing process.\n\nBasic commercial awareness.\n\nBasic knowledge on order management and scheduling\n\nExperience in Turbine & Generator manufacturing Industries/Knowhow about the Turbine & Generator Parts preferable\n\nPro-active, Problem solving attitude Networking and communication skills.\n\nOrganizational skills including prioritization and resource deployment.\n\nAbility to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.\n\nGlobal sourcing experience preferable\n\n Desired Characteristics:\nStrong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.\n\nJoin us and work with global teams to support global customers ! 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