Devices Sourcing

JD – Devices SourcingEducational Qualification:MBA or Bachelors with relevant experience in Electronics devices procurementExperience Required: 4-8 years of relevant experience in sourcing/procurement of various Electronic Devices, IT hardware, software including strategic supplier selection, contracting, software strategy planning and costing, ODM/OEM shortlistingMandatory experience of driving RFPs, negotiations, BOM level costing, purchase order management, contracts negotiation, supplier management, project management, E-Sourcing (Oracle/SAP)Job Description:Drive big RFPs with key suppliers and internal stakeholdersCollaborate with suppliers to optimize the total cost of ownershipEvaluate BOM, negotiate with key BOM suppliers and optimize it furtherDrive localization for various E-BOM, P-BOM and M-BOM componentsIntroduce, develop, and continuously improve best-in-class sourcing techniques, strategies, incentives and practices with a focus on risk management and project savingsCoordinate with internal stakeholders to manage the vendor due-diligence process for new vendorsEnsure 100% compliance on regulatory requirements / certifications, applicable on productsWork with internal and external resources to stay informed on potential policy changes impacting current and future procurement strategiesManage and efficiently communicate risk of long-term supply contracts (e.g., credit exposure, commodities, technology, performance, etc.)Develop leading metrics and indices to manage supply/demand including commodity pricing, interest rates, exchange rates, manufacturing capacity and other market signalsBenchmark the best practices while proposing any sourcing decisionsDevelop and manage a technology and cost database for equipment including long-term technology and cost forecastsMaintain a database of current technical and non-technical documentation for each suppliers and products (e.g., financials, warranties, Hardware AMCs, Roadmaps etc.)Manage template supply agreements to streamline the procurement process, ensure consistency and apply lessons learnedCultivate deep-rooted relationships with supplier organizations and identify strategic opportunities with prospect of additional business development