IN_DCIN_Executive​/Assistant Manager_Commercial Purchase; Direct Materials Buyer

Position: IN_DCIN_Executive/Assistant Manager_Commercial Purchase (Direct Materials Buyer)
Location: Bengaluru

Market research for selected commodities mainly Turned parts & machined parts.
Active development and support of global supplier/part family strategy
Supplier mentorship & related responsibilities based on commodity
Central point of contact for suppliers/commodity for plant functions and global purchasing organization
Self-reliant steering of day-to-day and strategic activities to ensure quality/cost/delivery
Planning, execution and closure of annual price negotiations & contract management
Capacity management at suppliers
Cost structure analysis & derivation of measures
Prepare supplier selection - includes RFQ process, supplier evaluation, Preparation, execution, communication, participation and implementation of awarding decisions.
Supply chain risk management & business acumen
Supplier evaluation, Know-how for CF/BP procedure
Good knowhow of SAP ,RfQ process & various automation tools.
Business acumen for Export related Business partner communication & Handling Global sourcing inquiries.
Qualifications  Bachelor degree - Engineering with 6-11 years of relevant experience in Direct Material commercial purchasing.
Preferred Exposure in areas as below:
Practical commercial and purchasing experience.
Analytical and structural approach.
Work well independently, highly motivated, results oriented.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both internally and externally, Strong organizational skills and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at one time, including following up on his/her actions
Ability to develop network in very complex company culture.
RfP, RfQ, SAP, MS Office, SharePoint, Microsoft Team experience required.
Skill Set:
Knowledge of Contract Management
Understanding of cost structures/pricing
Very good command of business English
Very good communication skills
Negotiation skills & experience
Good technical understanding
Eagerness to Learn/reskill on need basis
Other requirements:
Willingness to travel
Self-reliant working style
Confident, convincing manner