Sr. Manager Purchase

Job Title: Senior Manager / Manager – Corporate Purchase (Stamping & Cable)

Experience Required: 12–15 Years
Location: Gurgaon, Haryana
Industry: Automotive – Tier-1 Supplier
Educational Qualification: B.Tech / MBA (Preferred: Mechanical / Electrical / Automobile Engineering + PG in Supply Chain or Operations)
Compensation: Approx. ₹20–23 LPA (Based on experience and current CTC)

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented professional to lead the Corporate Purchase function for Stamping and Cable commodities at a group level. The incumbent will be responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier development, cost optimization, contract negotiations, and ensuring timely procurement to support uninterrupted production. This position will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Quality, Production, and Finance.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Stamping and Cable commodities across group companies.

Identify and onboard suppliers based on capability, quality, capacity, and cost-effectiveness.

Conduct detailed market analysis to track price trends, raw material indexes (e.g., copper, steel), and supplier dynamics.

Supplier Management & Development:

Manage supplier relationships to ensure long-term collaboration and continuous improvement.

Perform supplier audits in coordination with the quality team and drive supplier capability enhancement.

Monitor supplier performance through KPIs: OTIF (On Time In Full), PPM, lead time, etc.

Cost & Contract Management:

Lead cost reduction initiatives through VA/VE, re-sourcing, and global sourcing.

Negotiate long-term contracts ensuring favorable commercial terms, delivery timelines, and quality standards.

Work with finance on cost modeling and price validation.

Cross-Functional Coordination:

Interface with design and R&D teams to understand new product requirements and align sourcing strategies.

Work closely with logistics for efficient supply chain planning and transportation.

Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and statutory regulations.

Prepare periodic reports on spend analysis, savings achieved, supplier performance, and sourcing pipeline.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong experience in automotive component procurement, specifically in Stamping (press parts, sheet metal) and Cable (automotive wire harnesses, battery cables, LV/HV cables).

Proven track record of cost savings, supplier development, and strategic sourcing.

Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Excellent understanding of automotive standards, quality systems (TS16949 / IATF 16949), and vendor qualification processes.

Proficient in ERP systems (SAP/MM preferred) and Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint.

Preferred Background:

Prior experience in automotive Tier-1 or OEM purchasing roles.

Exposure to multi-location procurement, global sourcing, and direct supplier interfacing.

Experience working in a matrix organization with global or regional responsibilities is an added advantage.

Reporting To:

Head – Corporate Purchase / Head – Supply Chain (Group Level)