Position: Senior Manager - Strategic Sourcing & SCM.

Reporting to: General Manager / Head - Strategic Sourcing & SCM.

Role Type: Individual Contributor.

Department: Supply Chain.

Business Division: Printed Electronics.

Location: PELHAR Plant, Vasai (Mumbai).

Role Summary:

- A Strategic Sourcing Specialist optimizes an organization's supply chain by identifying, evaluating, and securing suppliers to reduce costs and improve quality.

- They manage end-to-end procurement, including market analysis, RFP creation, contract negotiations, and supplier performance monitoring to ensure long-term value and operational efficiency.

- Main Task to perform.

- New part development: NPD Activity (RFQ to First part approval), First Part Approval from QA, Compare Part Costing with different supplier.

- Value innovation: Cost Saving simulation with alternate supplier/Alternate Part, Negotiations (Pay term Advance >30 / Shipping team CIF to FOB).

- Tooling/Moulding: Tool/Mold cost Working, Mould /Tool Details at different supplier, Mould Life management.

- Capex costing: Capex requirement & supplier identification, Cost finalisation with vendors.

- Consumable Development: Supplier identification for consumable parts, Cost reduction with alternate development.

- Localisation: Find Local supplier alternate with better price.

- China Part/ Product Development: New Part development from China/(Global) based on Drawing/Proto, New Supplier identification Development, cost reduction with China Supplier identification for new /existing parts.

Commodities to Handle:

- Resin Polymers, PET, PC, PEN Films.

- Electronics: PCB Assy /Semiconductors /wiring Harness/Connectors.

- Conductive Inks/Tapes/Adhesives/Consumables.

Key Expectation:

- Supplier Management: Identify, onboard, and manage supplier relationships, conducting performance reviews to ensure compliance with KPIs regarding quality and delivery.

- Cost & Negotiation: Lead negotiation efforts to achieve cost savings using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, aiming for reduced material and transport costs.

- Zero Base costing.

- Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for specific commodities, analyzing industry trends and benchmarking to drive competitiveness.

- Contracting & Procurement: Manage the full RFP (Request for Proposal) process, including drafting contracts and conducting, monitoring, and enforcing compliance.

- Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Product Management, and Operations to align purchasing activities with company goals.

Required Skills & Experience: Essential Skills:

Core Technical and Analytical Skills:

- Market Analysis & Research: Ability to identify trends, benchmark prices, and assess supplier landscapes.

- Cost Analysis & Value Optimization: Conducting cost-benefit analyses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

- Data Analysis & Forecasting: Analyzing spend data and forecasting demand to mitigate supply chain risks.

- Contract Management & Negotiation: Negotiating complex agreements and managing vendor contracts.

- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of ERP systems, e-procurement tools, and AI-enabled planning tools.

Strategic and Process Skills:

- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Building partnerships, assessing supplier capacity, and managing performance.

- Strategic Planning: Aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals and managing risk.

- Project Management: Coordinating projects, from RFI/RFP (Request for Proposal) to implementation.

- Ethical Sourcing & Compliance: Ensuring compliance with social, environmental, and ethical standards.

Soft Skills:

- Effective Communication: Interacting with stakeholders and negotiating with vendors.

- Influencing and Negotiation: Persuading stakeholders and managing stakeholder relationships.

- Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Resolving supplier conflicts and addressing supply chain disruptions.

Educational Qualification:

- The candidate must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering (Electronics/Mechanical) from a reputed institute.

- Minimum 10~15 years of work experience in the Core Part Development & Strategic sourcing.

- The candidate needs to read, write & speak chinses Language.

- Preferred Industry Background: Automotive / White Goods / Consumer Electronics / Electronics / Medical Devices / Raising / PET / Films / Ink / Auto components / Automotive aftermarket, Auto Detailing & Customization, Car Care & PPF Companies, Window Films / Accessories or any relevant.

Key Competencies:.

- Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen.

- Customer-Centric Mindset.

- Team Leadership & Motivation.

- Communication & Negotiation Excellence.

- Sales Forecasting & Pipeline Management.

- Brand Development & Market Penetration.

- Agile Execution & Change Management.

- Analytical and Data-driven Decision Making.

- Handson to work independently.

- Attributes.

- Mindset: Lead by Example, Driven, Passionate, Detailed Oriented, Ambitious, Curious.

- Behaviours: Future Thinking, Essential, Risk Taking, Agility, Result Oriented, Collaboration, Perseverance, Planning & Process Driven, Anticipating Future Risk.

- Naxnova is committed to building a successful partnership with the potential incumbent of this role.

- To ensure this, we believe it's important for candidates to have a clear understanding of the roles, expectations and trajectory.

- This document may lead us in discussing your candidature and ensure a strong fit for both Naxnova and yourself.

- Once we've established a mutually beneficial path forward, the exciting hiring process can begin!.