Commodity Procurement Specialist

• Commodity Procurement - SCM
• Location: Bengaluru
• Industry Preference: Aerospace & Defence

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Management (SCM) professional with expertise in commodity procurement and sourcing of electronic components, sensors, and mechanical commodities. The candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, supplier development, cost optimization, and ensuring uninterrupted material availability to support manufacturing and project timelines. Preference will be given to candidates from the Aerospace & Defence industry with experience in handling complex supply chains, regulatory requirements, and critical electronic and mechanical components.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers in line with organizational requirements.
• Float RFQs, conduct techno-commercial evaluations, negotiate pricing, and finalize purchase orders.
• Establish long-term sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability, lead time, and cost competitiveness.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams for supplier issue resolution.
• Supply Chain Planning
• Ensure timely procurement of materials to support production schedules and customer commitments.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by developing alternate sources and contingency plans.

Commercial & Cost Management

• Drive annual cost-reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, localization, and alternate sourcing.
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to support sourcing strategies.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and budget requirements.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Quality, and Finance teams.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs with early supplier engagement.
• Participate in design reviews to provide sourcing and supply chain inputs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical / electrical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Commodity Management.
• Experience in procurement of electronic components, sensors, and related assemblies is mandatory.
• Experience in managing mechanical commodities and supplier networks.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Experience supporting UAV, Aerospace Systems, Avionics, Defence Electronics, or Precision Manufacturing programs.
• Exposure to import procurement and global sourcing.
• Experience in supplier qualification and audit processes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in handling critical procurement requirements with stringent delivery timelines.
• Preferred Industries: Aerospace & Defence, UAV Manufacturing, Aviation, Defence Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), High-Precision Mechanical Manufacturing.