Sourcing Manager
Core
Lead end-to-end new part development, supplier sourcing, techno-commercial negotiations, and supply chain coordination for heavy engineering products including aluminium castings, forgings, gears, and transmission aggregates.
Role type
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Sourcing & New Product Development
Builds
New aluminium PDC & GDC castings, forgings, gears, axle shafts, and transmission aggregates for heavy engineering
Domain
Heavy Engineering / Automotive Manufacturing
Required skills
Zero-based costing, RFQ management, techno-commercial negotiations, supplier finalization, localization strategy, VA/VE, Tier-1 and Tier-2 supplier management, Make vs Buy analysis, ERP PP & MM modules, cost analytics, team leadership, cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Automotive/tractor/gearbox/transmission industry experience, MNC exposure, process feasibility validation, tooling cost estimation, crisis management
Technologies
ERP (PP & MM modules)
Responsibilities
Lead new product development lifecycle from supplier identification to SOP; Identify and develop Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers; Negotiate part pricing, payment terms, and long-term agreements; Drive cost reduction through localization and VA/VE; Manage procurement operations and supply continuity; Mentor procurement and NPD teams; Coordinate cross-functional teams across India and international markets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
