Location(s) • Thane - Maharashtra - India Buying Professional - Substation Automation /Control relay Protection / AIS Nature of Job • Identification of new suppliers by leading and supporting localization activities • Drive supplier management (selection/ qualification, evaluation, auditing, development) to gain the best suppliers and guarantee an optimum supply chain • Implementation of procurement and sourcing goal according to the global commodity strategies to ensure long-term, cost-effective supply of materials and monitoring the Indian market to bring new suppliers into the purchasing portfolio • Deep understanding of the localization process starting from the selection of suppliers to the release of components and start of serial production • Support activities such as scheduling, make or buy decisions by taking commercial, technical and quality requirements • Managing Purchasing topics like RFQ preparation, driving negotiation of various commodities like mechanical assemblies, Castings, Forging, Epoxy parts, Plastics & Rubber moulding etc. • Engaging cross-functional teams to achieve a successful execution of the project objectives • Supporting on global frame work contract and price negotiations to minimize the risks with suppliers for medium to large volumes Tasks / Responsibilities • Coordinating the supplier management within the project scope • Conduct eSourcing, eRFQ, eBidding and eAuction activities • Knowledge of procurement plan, KPI’s & MIS is an added advantage • Conduct Cost breakdown analysis of offers & negotiations, coordination with Engineering & ensure the techno-commercial evaluation of the offers • Ability to develop zero base costing, develop short term and long-term strategies for commodities in line with global commodity strategies • Support Supplier Capacity Mapping, Supplier Risk Assessments, Audits & Quality Improvements • Adhere to Siemens process and compliance Qualifications: • University degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical /Production or Electrical) along with knowledge of SAP and Supply Chain Management, MS office and other analytical tools. Master’s degree is an asset • 8-10 years of relevant experience in the field of procurement and supply chain management • Strong written and verbal communication skills both in English and local Indian languages Expectations • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes like Sheet Metal Fabrication and welding techniques, Casting, Thermoset / Thermoplastic Molding, Hardware, Springs & services • Broad knowledge of cross-functional support/infrastructure processes and ability to connect loose ends into streamlined and harmonized results for the benefit of the organization • Detailed understanding of pricing structure and negotiation techniques • Experience in Medium Voltage Switchgear business would be an added advantage. • Previous experience of monitoring performance against KPIs and implementing corrective action where necessary and ensure that best practice is used across the team. • Good understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001: 2008/2015), EHS & HIRA processes. • Experience in international business and cross-functional collaboration • Good supplier market knowledge in terms of manufacturing technologies and Commodities • Strong team working and customer orientation • Experience of processes mapping and optimization • Moderation skills for workshops • Work as a team player and work along with cross functional team members to drive cost reduction projects • Experience to work in matrix organization. • Intercultural sensitivity, Result and quality orientation • Professional ethics