Sourcing Lead
White Force Group · Delhi, India
Apply & track with Apply EdgeURGENT HIRING for Senior Lead Sourcing ManagerEmail ID: rahulk.kanojia@white-force.inContact: 9300955707
Someone who is a Steel expert, entrepreneurial in nature, willing to design and develop an industry-defining business; self-starters who would embrace a degree of ambiguity with ease and showcase adaptability towards various products within Raw Material procurement space.This role is focused on Demand Generation from a given footprint by reaching out to the right target group.JOB PURPOSEPRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead implementation and execution of procurement processes with existing and new vendors/ partners
- Develop detailed sourcing strategy and category plans to maximize effectiveness and efficiency
- Embrace change, utilize and champion new & existing digital tools and portals applicable to the role.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers to ensure reliable and consistent steel supply.
- Lead negotiations to achieve the best possible pricing, payment terms, and cost efficiencies through volume aggregation and strategic partnerships.
- Ensure that all procured steel products meet the company's quality standards and comply with industry regulations.
- Continuously monitor steel market trends, price fluctuations, and emerging risks to inform procurement strategies and make informed purchasing decisions.
- Conducting supplier reliability assessment, developing KPIs, joint action plan and providing feedback to identify areas of improvement
- Identify potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuous steel supply and business continuity.
- Continuously assess and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and drive cost savings.
- Provide updates about procurement related progress and potential delays on a daily basis to the Sourcing/ Category Lead
- Exposure of MSME universe preferably in the Raw Material procurement sector.
- Maintain an awareness of pricing and industry market conditions. Provide pricing and product availability to all customers basis the guideline and processes outlined.
- Strong team player and comfortable with new categories and customer profile.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEQualifications:Graduate or BE (Civil / Mechanical, Metallurgy)MBA (Preferred)Work experience:
- 15+ years of business development, account management and Team management experience in B2B environment
- Atleast 10 years of proven experience in purchase/ procurement in one or more industries/ market/ commodity segments such as EPC, Manufacturers, OEMs, Automotive, Building materials
- Entrepreneurial and business owner mindset (startup experience a big plus) owning some big accounts themselves
- Passion and energy to drive hyper growth in a new yet rapidly growing business segmentRequired skills:
- Category understanding of Steel as a raw material and SMBs as an ecosystem.
- Proficiency in the use of email with strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Full professional proficiency of regional language is required.
- Adept at managing cross-functional discussions.
- Ability to make decisions in a changing environment, anticipate future needs and drive results.
- High level of organization and focus and ability to work under pressure.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel & PowerPoint.