Key Responsibilities • • Manage end-to-end procurement for the US plant, including sourcing, RFQ/RFP, negotiations, PO management, and supplier follow-up. • Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and compliance. • Drive cost reduction and value-engineering initiatives through negotiations, alternate sourcing, localization, and supplier development. • Develop and maintain spend analysis, supplier performance dashboards, and procurement reports. • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, MOQ, warranty, and other commercial conditions to maximize business value. Key Performance Indicators • • Procurement cost savings / cost avoidance • Supplier OTIF and service level • Purchase price variance • Strategic sourcing and alternate supplier development Qualifications & Experience • • 6–10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment. • Experience in international procurement and India–US supply chains will be an advantage. • Strong experience in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, sourcing, and vendor • Strong stakeholder-management skills with the ability to work across India and US time zones. • Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.