Role & responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

Source and procure electronic components such as PCBAs, ICs, semiconductors, passive components, connectors, cables, displays, power supplies, sensors, batteries, and electromechanical parts.
Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
Participate in Engineering Change Orders (ECO/ECN).
Identify and qualify alternate suppliers to mitigate supply risks.

Supplier Management

Evaluate, negotiate, and onboard suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, technology capability, and financial stability.
Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers on capacity planning, lead time reduction, and cost optimization.

Procurement & Planning

Ensure timely procurement of materials to support production schedules and new product development.
Monitor supplier commitments, expedite critical materials, and proactively manage shortages.
Coordinate closely with Planning, Stores, Production, and R&D teams.

Cost Management

Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, payment terms, and long-term agreements.
Drive annual cost reduction through value engineering, localization, alternate sourcing, and productivity initiatives.
Monitor commodity market trends and electronic component pricing.

Quality & Compliance

Work closely with Supplier Quality and QARA teams to ensure supplier compliance with ISO 13485 and applicable regulatory requirements.
Review and process Supplier Product Change Notifications (PCNs), End-of-Life (EOL) notices, and alternate component approvals.
Support supplier audits and corrective action initiatives.

SAP & Data Management

Create and maintain Purchase Info Records, Source Lists, and vendor master data in SAP.
Monitor procurement KPIs, inventory levels, lead times, and supplier performance metrics.
Generate procurement reports and support data-driven decision-making.

Preferred candidate profile

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
MBA or PGDM in Supply Chain (preferred).

Experience

4-6 years of experience in sourcing electronic components.
Experience in Medical Devices, EMS, Automotive Electronics, Aerospace, or Industrial Electronics preferred.
Hands-on experience with global sourcing and supplier management.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of electronic components and their applications.
Understanding of PCB manufacturing, PCBA, BOM structures, and EMS operations.
Knowledge of semiconductor supply chain and lifecycle management.
Experience with SAP (MM module), MRP, Purchase Orders, and Inventory Management.
Good understanding of Incoterms, import logistics, and customs procedures.
Familiarity with ISO 13485, IPC standards, RoHS, REACH, and regulatory compliance is desirable.

Key Competencies

Assistant Procurement Manager

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