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A seasoned sourcing professional with 9–10 years of experience , capable of managing complex sourcing projects across Steel Fabrication, Machining, and Electrical commodities , while driving Supplier Development, New Product Introduction (NPI/NPD), Localization, Zero-Based Costing, and Strategic Cost Reduction initiatives in a global manufacturing environment.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Steel Fabrication, Precision Machining, and Electrical & Mechanical Categories.
Manage end-to-end sourcing activities including supplier identification, RFQs, techno-commercial evaluations, negotiations, and contract finalization.
Drive supplier consolidation and rationalization initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Monitor commodity market trends, raw material indices, and supply risks to support sourcing decisions.
Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers to meet organizational quality, cost, delivery, and capacity requirements.
Conduct supplier capability assessments, process audits, and supplier performance reviews.
Establish supplier development roadmaps and improvement plans.
Drive supplier excellence through productivity projects, process optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.
Lead supplier localization and alternate source development programs.
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Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, and Project teams during product design and development phases.
Support supplier selection and sourcing strategies for new product introductions.
Ensure timely supplier readiness for prototype, pilot, and production stages.
Participate in Design Reviews, DFMA (Design for Manufacturing & Assembly), and APQP activities.
Manage sourcing timelines, tooling development, and supplier capacity planning for NPD projects.
Perform detailed Zero-Based Costing analysis for fabricated, machined, electrical & mechanical components.
Develop cost models covering raw material and process costs & Challenge supplier quotations through fact-based cost analysis & Drive Value Engineering (VE) and Value Analysis (VA) initiatives to achieve sustainable cost reductions.
Deliver annual cost-saving targets through negotiations, localization, and design optimization.
Structural & Sheet Metal fabrication
Various Cutting, Bending, Surface treatment processes
Multi-axis machining
Casting and forging machining
Precision engineered components
Cycle time and machine rate analysis
Electrical panels and control cabinets
Wiring harnesses and cable assemblies
PLCs, sensors, relays, connectors, and switchgear
IEC, UL, CE, and RoHS compliance requirements
Rubber Products & the processes involved in manufacturing rubber parts
Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
Work closely with Supplier Quality teams on PPAP, APQP, FMEA, CAPA, and process validations.
Support inventory optimization and working capital improvement initiatives.
Resolve supplier-related quality and delivery issues through structured problem-solving methodologies.
Negotiate commercial agreements, long-term contracts, payment terms, and service-level agreements.
Develop risk mitigation plans for critical commodities and suppliers.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
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Avantika Iyer, Recruitment Specialist
Global high-technology engineering group for mining and manufacturing industries.
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