Sr. Sourcing Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Sourcing Engineer – Indirect Sourcing

Purpose:

The Senior Sourcing Engineer will be responsible for managing and optimizing sourcing activities at GECIA for non-core/indirect procurement such as resource augmentation, software licenses, project services, training, and material procurement. The role emphasizes strong contractual negotiation, vendor management, purchasing compliance, and operational efficiency improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end sourcing operations for indirect categories including external resources, software licensing, project materials, and ad-hoc purchases.
• Evaluate, develop, and manage the vendor base, including commercial negotiations, contract finalization (NDA/SLA), and onboarding.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, contractual terms, and service agreements with vendors and suppliers.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and identify efficiency improvements throughout the purchase-to-pay (P2P) cycle.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational procurement policies.
• Maintain vendor master data, track supplier performance, and conduct regular supplier audits and reviews.
• Create and maintain purchasing documentation, including contracts, audit reports, and operational records.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Competence Leaders, ACBS, Finance, and Business Users to align sourcing needs with business goals.
• Support license management processes, including procurement and renewals of software tools and systems.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sourcing and drive continuous process improvements.
• Provide backup support to the indirect sourcing function when required.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology (Mechanical / Production / Electrical).
• Minimum 4 to Maximum 8 years of experience in indirect sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiations.
• Hands-on experience managing external resource vendors, software licensing procurement, service agreements, and project purchases.
• Strong understanding of purchase-to-pay (P2P) cycle management and operational risk control.
• Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements.
• Experience in cost optimization, process efficiency, and supplier performance improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel and MS Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong planning, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills (Good to Have):

• Exposure to License Management systems/tools.
• Experience in ERP procurement modules.
• Knowledge of sourcing in a global/multicultural environment.

Personality Traits:

• Proactive and results-driven with a customer-centric approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Highly organized, methodical, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable to dynamic business needs.
• Creative problem-solver with a focus on process improvements and operational excellence.

Work Location:

• GECIA (Global Engineering Centre) – Hinjewadi, Pune, India.

City
Pune

Last Day to Apply

28-05-2025

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