Senior Manager - Procurement

* Realize the build of critical , complex machines for Schneider Electric Plants by effective procurement Management.

Identify and manage risks in the Project.


* Responsible for all purchasing activities material , services , logistics for machine building activities of MDC International.


* Manage the right level of inventory for standard parts balancing cost and lead time.


* Identify new and right suppliers , partners for improving quality , cost and delivery of parts , services needed for MDC International.


* Anticipate risks and plan in advance , backup plans to get the material


* Prepare and update weekly , monthly report on Procurement status


* Responsible for handling 3-4 procurement specialists

Purchase Activity


* Get the quotations for the anticipated materials , service at the right time for the project manager to be able to provide the quotes for the Machines


* Procure all parts needed for the machine development activities of Machine Design centre International ( MDC International ) with right quality ,optimized cost and shortest lead time.


* Create PO based on PRs and followup for PO release .


* Formalize service contracts with partners for surface treatment needs , wiring , drafting etc.,


* Work closely with the project manager , technical team well in advance to plan the materials , service needs for the projects in MDC International


* Have dual sourcing , backup plans for critical items to be procured.

With the support of project manager, technical team drive the suppliers to provide the material , service on time


* Manage the transportation and logistics , based on agreed conditions in the project.


* Continuous Improvement


* Conduct regular audits of the suppliers along with Technical team to improve quality, establish right standards .


* Look out for external Benchmark , Industry forums to identify new suppliers to improve Quality , cost ,delivery of parts and service


* Work with other purchasing teams in the company to fix better deals.


* Work out with other MDCs to look at ways to stock critical parts and use when needed.

What's in it for me?


* 3-5 years in Procurement function / Machine design function Experience with SAP systems


* Purchase activity Negotiation skills , Contract preparation , Inventory management


* Knowledge on common materials ,services needed for Machine development


* Manage / Balance budget to meet the committed Quality , Cost , Delivery Accessories, Switch gear, manufacturing,


* Education: Bachelor/ Diploma in mechanical / electrical / automation / Mechatronics


* Job Related Experience: Strong Negotiation skills , ERP systems , MS Office a must

Bring your procurement expertise to a team that values strategic thinking and results - apply today!

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