We’re seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to assist our order management group in managing the materials purchasing process and negotiating with suppliers. Responsibilities: • Vendor Development & Management - To develop & qualify supplier by providing him the necessary support. Address product as well as field quality issues by coordinating with Suppliers as well as internal functions like R&D, Quality, Sales function. • Costing and Cost Control - Cost Estimation, costing & Drive cost reduction by a teardown of critical components. Ensure complete and accurate flow-down of specifications on all POs to suppliers across all commodities and provide a list of shortages. Prepare send and pricing reports. Negotiate pricing on an order-by-order basis. • Saving- To initiate, implement and monitor cost saving by using various levers of negotiation. Work on cost optimization of the Product by connecting the R&D Team with different suppliers & proposing alternatives to optimize cost. • Timely implementation of Projects - To coordinate with the New Product development teams & suppliers for timely implementation of projects. • Supplier Management - To develop and manage suppliers on techno-commercial aspects. Track and ensure on time delivery of materials, and provide regular updates to Planning and Project/Inventory Coordinators. • Excess Inventory Liquidation - To sell off the excess component inventory lying at the EMS & optimize the excess inventory cost. Requirements Must -Have-Requirements • Minimum of 5-year experience in a supply chain or purchasing role. • PCB, BOM and component sourcing experience. • Experience managing suppliers. • Experience working in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment. • Analytical and structured • Impeccable written and verbal communication. • Proven multi-tasking abilities. • Experience in procurement and negotiation. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Excellent command of Google Suite Tools (i.e. spreadsheets, ppt) Nice -to -have Requirements • Good at building professional relationships across all levels of an organization. • Knowledge of strategic SCM processes. • Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Additional language skills are a plus. • A good network of component manufacturers/suppliers, distributors & stock listers. Experience : 5-10 Years Location: Whitefield, Bengaluru Preference : EMS or Supplier Background