Sr Manager Strategic Sourcing

About the job

Job Description Location- Thane, Mumbai Job Title- Sr Manager Strategic Sourcing Experience- 15+ years Key Responsibilities • Sourcing Strategy Development for procurement of Data Centre region wise supply chain. • Experience and proven track record of commodity handling for MEP Work contracts (Electrical, IBMS, CAC(Cold Aisle Containment), Civil , Container, Switchgear , Electrical Panel) • Experience min 15 + years in similar field. • Exposure about India landscape and Suppliers footprint in Electrical Commodity. • Preferably work in a project-based business environment. • Preferably work under High mix low volume business environment. • Global mindset with strong local knowledge. • Conduct market research and analysis to identify and qualify potential suppliers. • Develop and implement competitive sourcing strategies, benchmarking, including e-sourcing ,e-RFQs, negotiations, and contract awards. • Identify and evaluate new technologies and suppliers to ensure a competitive advantage. • Supplier Relationship Management. • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. • Monitor supplier performance and address any quality, delivery, or cost-related issues. • Collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and delivery. • Contract Management. • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with all relevant terms and conditions. • Monitor contract performance and identify any potential risks or issues. • Cost Management. • Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives, such as value engineering and supplier consolidation, Resourcing. • Track and analyze commodity prices and market trends. • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure cost competitiveness. • Supply Chain Optimization: • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product , engineering, operations, logistics) to optimize the supply chain. • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. • Ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules. • Integrate sustainability considerations into all sourcing decisions. • Work with suppliers to promote responsible sourcing practices and reduce environmental impact. • Data Analysis and Reporting. • Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), such as cost, quality, and delivery etc. • Prepare regular reports on sourcing activities and performance. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field. • 15 + years of experience in commodity management, procurement or related field. • Proven experience in sourcing and managing Electrical components. • Strong understanding of Material/ Metal technologies and market trends. • Excellent negotiation and communication skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools. • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred. • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment preferred. • CDCP certification candidate preferrable Skills • Strategic Sourcing • Supplier Negotiation • Contract Management • Market Analysis • Cost Reduction • Supply Chain Optimization • Data Analysis • Communication & Collaboration • Project Management About The Team Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Requirements

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Negotiation
• Contract Management
• Market Analysis
• Cost Reduction
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Data Analysis
• Communication & Collaboration
• Project Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management
• 15+ years of experience in commodity management
• Proven experience in sourcing and managing Electrical components
• Strong understanding of Material/ Metal technologies
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment preferred
• CDCP certification candidate preferable

Preferred Technologies

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Negotiation
• Contract Management
• Market Analysis
• Cost Reduction
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Data Analysis
• Communication & Collaboration
• Project Management

About the company

Vertiv is a global leader in data center solutions, focused on innovation and providing critical technologies necessary to ensure customer reliability and uptime. They develop solutions for power, cooling, IT management, and monitoring to enhance operational efficiency.