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Head of SourcingMontra Electric • Chennai, India
Head of Sourcing

Head of Sourcing

Montra Electric • Chennai, India
5 days ago
Job description

Role Summary :

Head of Sourcing & Development will lead and oversee the complete supplier ecosystem for the electric traction motor & It’s controller sourcing including development. This role will be responsible for developing a robust vendor base, ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and supply reliability for all business units of Motor & Controllers. The position involves strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, supply chain risk management , cost optimization, and supplier capability enhancement aligned with business growth and localization goals.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Strategic Vendor Development

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to ensure availability of quality parts at optimal cost.
  • Lead cost reduction initiatives to reduce import dependency and total cost of ownership.
  • Geo political supply chain risk management.

2. Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

  • Establish and maintain long-term strategic supplier relationships.
  • Conduct regular supplier audits, performance reviews, and capability assessments.
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO, TS, IATF, etc.).
  • 3. Cost Optimization & Negotiations

  • Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, process improvements, and supplier consolidation.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing for key parts and assemblies.
  • Analyze market trends and implement best sourcing practices to improve cost competitiveness.
  • 4. New Product Development (NPD) Support

  • Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Production teams to source and develop components for new models.
  • Ensure early supplier involvement in design and prototyping phases.
  • Develop alternate sourcing strategies to mitigate risks during NPD.
  • 6. Systems, Processes & Reporting

  • Implement digital tools for supplier evaluation, cost tracking, and performance management.
  • Define and monitor departmental KPIs (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation, Sustainability).
  • Report progress and challenges to senior management with data-backed insights.
  • Required Skills :

  • 15 - 20 Years of experience in sourcing and development.
  • Experienced in sourcing of Motors and motor controllers.
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