Deputy Manager – Sourcing (Electronics)

Lead supplier commercial negotiations covering pricing, lead times, payment terms, and delivery commitments.

Evaluate supplier performance and drive continuous improvements in Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Service (QCDS).

Coordinate supplier qualification, audits, approvals, and PPAP/FAI activities in collaboration with Supplier Quality and Engineering teams.

Manage electronic component lifecycle activities, including: End-of-Life (EOL) Last Time Buy (LTB) Product Change Notifications (PCN) Obsolescence risk management

End-of-Life (EOL)

Last Time Buy (LTB)

Product Change Notifications (PCN)

Obsolescence risk management

Identify, evaluate, and qualify alternate components and second sources in coordination with Engineering and Quality.

Develop sourcing strategies to mitigate component shortages and long lead-time risks.

Drive BOM cost reduction initiatives through alternate sourcing, value engineering, and commercial negotiations.

Lead localization programs to improve cost competitiveness, reduce lead times, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

Conduct cost benchmarking and market analysis to identify savings opportunities.

Monitor global semiconductor market trends, lead times, shortages, geopolitical risks, and commodity pricing.

Develop proactive sourcing strategies to minimize supply disruptions.

Support production shortages, customer escalations, and critical sourcing requirements.

Validate supplier quotations against: Manufacturer Part Numbers (MPN) Datasheets Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) Standard Pack Quantity (SPQ) Lead Time (LT)

Manufacturer Part Numbers (MPN)

Datasheets

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)

Standard Pack Quantity (SPQ)

Lead Time (LT)

Ensure sourced components comply with customer specifications and applicable regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH, IEC, UL, CE, and other applicable customer and industry standards.

Maintain accurate supplier information, pricing, lead times, and component master data in SAP/ERP systems.

Support planning and procurement by ensuring data accuracy for BOMs, sourcing records, and material masters.

8–12 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management within Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), Semiconductor, Industrial Automation, Electrical Equipment, or High-Reliability Manufacturing.

Proven experience supporting global semiconductor or industrial customers.

Experience working in High Mix–Low Volume (HMLV) manufacturing environments with aggressive cost and delivery targets.

Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management

Semiconductor Supply Chain Management

Supplier Development & Relationship Management

Commercial Negotiation

Component Lifecycle & Obsolescence Management

Cost Optimization & VA/VE

Localization Strategy

Supply Risk Assessment & Mitigation

ERP/SAP Proficiency

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

Customer Focus & Stakeholder Management

Work with global leaders in the Semiconductor, Industrial, Aerospace & Defence, and Medical Technology industries.

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for cutting-edge electronic products and high-reliability manufacturing programs.

Collaborate with world-class engineering teams, global suppliers, and customers in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

Play a key role in strengthening Cyient DLM's global supply chain through innovation, localization, and operational excellence.