General Manager - Sourcing

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About Barry Wehmiller :-

Barry Wehmiller Companies is a global supplier of manufacturing technology and services based in St. Louis Missouri. Although it was founded in 1885 as a maker of machinery for the brewing industry, since 1987 Barry-Wehmiller has acquired more than 80 companies that provide equipment and services for a variety of industries: packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016 it was ranked no. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal's list of the city's Top 150 Privately Held Companies. We believe our culture differentiates us from other firms.

In India, Barry Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration, housing our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC, based in Chennai, is an Engineering Center of Excellence that supports all Barry Wehmiller divisions globally. The center focuses on areas such as design and development in mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering, software development, and additive manufacturing.

What is in for you ?

This role is more than just a job. Its an opportunity to be part of a global team that values people excellence, innovative solutions, and operational excellence. Barry Wehmiller provides a unique environment where you can grow your skills, work on impactful projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. In addition, we are deeply committed to your personal and professional growth, fostering a culture that helps you achieve your full potential.

We offer a culture that values autonomy, ownership, and flexibility. Youll have the freedom to experiment, influence product decisions, and see your work through from idea to delivery. Our teams are collaborative, agile, and outcome driven, with trust placed in every individual to make a meaningful impact.

We believe in:

• Ownership Youll drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
• Flexibility A friendly, results-oriented culture that respects your time.
• Empowerment Your insights are valued, and your work makes a visible difference.
• Learning & Growth Youll work on complex challenges with smart, passionate peers—and have the support to level up continually.

If you’re ready to bring your best thinking to the table and grow in a high-impact, future-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Sourcing to lead our India-based sourcing organization. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring operational excellence.

Leading a team of 20 associates and overseeing a sourcing portfolio supporting ~$10M in sales, this leader will play a pivotal role in driving cost optimization, supplier reliability, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Development

• Identify, qualify, and develop high-quality suppliers across India, with a focus on machined and fabricated components, castings, forgings, heat treatment, special finishes (with varied raw material including ferrous, nonferrous, plastic and rubber) , and capital equipment parts.
• Leverage deep industry expertise and a strong vendor network to onboard reliable suppliers quickly and effectively.
• Develop and implement a robust supplier strategy that balances cost efficiency, quality, and delivery reliability.

2. Supplier Management & Commercial Negotiation

• Maintain and enhance long-term relationships with existing vendors, ensuring supply chain reliability and performance.
• Lead contract negotiations and agreement structuring to secure the best commercial terms without compromising quality and service levels.
• Conduct regular supplier audits and performance assessments, implementing corrective actions as necessary to uphold stringent standards.

3. Technical & Quality Assurance Leadership

• Ensure all vendor-supplied parts and components meet global engineering, quality, and compliance standards required for US and European machinery manufacturers.
• Collaborate closely with the quality assurance and engineering teams to address technical challenges and implement process improvements.
• Drive corrective action plans with vendors to mitigate quality risks and ensure production continuity.

4. Operational Excellence & Financial Oversight

• Optimize sourcing operations to reduce lead times, improve cost efficiencies, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
• Manage and oversee a sourcing budget of ~$10M, ensuring cost-effective procurement strategies.
• Monitor and analyze sourcing expenditures, continuously identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

5. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 20 sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance. Team members are located in both Chennai and Gandhinagar.
• Provide strategic direction and training to enhance supplier management capabilities within the team.
• Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production, logistics, and finance teams to align sourcing efforts with business goals.
• Grow sourcing organization volume 3x over next 5 years. Do this by building and scaling team in order to meet growth expectations while simultaneously increasing operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 20+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor development, with expertise in machined and fabricated components for capital equipment.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, material sourcing, and supply chain dynamics.
• Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships in India, supporting global supply chains for US and European markets.
• Experience in managing sourcing portfolios of $5M+, driving cost savings while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and analytical abilities.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
  
• Travel:
• Role requires travel up to 50%.

What is in for you ?

This role is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of a global team that values people excellence, innovative solutions, and operational excellence. Barry-Wehmiller provides a unique environment where you can grow your skills, work on impactful projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. In addition, we are deeply committed to your personal and professional growth, fostering a culture that helps you achieve your full potential.

To understand more about our people-first philosophy, you may like to watch this short video by our CEO, Mr. Bob Chapman, on :

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