Sr Manager / Manager - Sourcing

Job highlights

• Demonstrated experience in developing supplier networks across domestic and international markets. . Pren proven track record of negotiating commercial agreements and managing strategic or high-value sourcing deals.
• Required Skills
• Qualifications Experience
• Experience in supplier evaluation,contract negotiations,cost optimization,and procurement risk management.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Manager / Senior Manager - Sourcing with a strong background in the chemical manufacturing or chemical trading industry. The role will be responsible for developing and executing category sourcing strategies, building a robust supplier network across India and international markets, negotiating commercial agreements, and managing strategic sourcing relationships. The ideal candidate will combine technical understanding of chemicals with strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and team leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Category Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute category-wise sourcing strategies aligned with business requirements, cost objectives, quality standards, and supply continuity.
• Supplier Network Development: Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers, manufacturers, and trading partners across India and international markets.
• Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, credit periods, minimum order quantities, lead times, logistics, and other commercial conditions.
• Strategic Sourcing Enterprise Deals: Identify and execute high-value sourcing opportunities, negotiate long-term contracts, and establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
• Cost Optimization: Drive cost savings through supplier consolidation, alternative sourcing, market intelligence, price benchmarking, and improved procurement terms.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build long-term relationships with key suppliers, monitor supplier performance, and ensure adherence to quality, delivery, pricing, and service commitments.
• Market Intelligence: Track chemical market trends, raw material price movements, supply-demand dynamics, import-export developments, and emerging sourcing opportunities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Business Development, Operations, Quality, Finance, and other internal teams to understand demand and ensure timely procurement.
• Risk Supply Continuity: Develop alternate supplier options, assess supply risks, and establish sourcing plans to mitigate price volatility and supply disruptions.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a sub-team, establish sourcing priorities, monitor performance, and drive accountability against sourcing and cost-saving targets.

Qualifications Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry; MBA in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Management preferred.
• 8-15 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, category management, or strategic purchasing within the chemical manufacturing or chemical trading industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical products, supplier ecosystems, pricing structures, and commercial sourcing practices.
• Demonstrated experience in developing supplier networks across domestic and international markets.
• Pren proven track record of negotiating commercial agreements and managing strategic or high-value sourcing deals.
• Experience in supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, cost optimization, and procurement risk management.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring a team is essential for the Senior Manager role.

Required Skills

• procurement
• sourcing

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