Buying Professional - Strategic Procurement (Electrical)

Overview

Strategic procurement buyer for electrical components at Siemens Mobility, Nashik.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier evaluation
• negotiations
• cost analysis
• contract management
• commodity strategy
• supplier innovation

Tasks

-Perform Supplier Evaluations and drive Supplier Development Plans within the supply chain -Prepare and conduct negotiations with suppliers for low to high purchasing volumes in order to deliver the relevant savings for each category and increase the payment terms conditions -Provides reliable and precise cost calculations/comparisons behind supplier offers -Ensure Siemens’ interests are represented in all competitive sourcing activities leading to continuous improvement in quality, cost, delivery, service and technology -Interface with internal stakeholders to assess current and future sourcing requirements -Harness supplier innovation in collaboration with CVE and NPD -Implement and manage supplier contracts and agreements to meet the specific needs of the business whilst ensuring service continuity and mitigating risk -Knows the cost structure of his/her commodity in detail and identifies improvement potentials; -Work alongside CVE in order to better understand key material cost drivers -Drive productivity initiatives within assigned commodities in order to maximize material cost savings -Define commodity strategies for assigned spend considering any global sourcing strategies and tailoring them to fit the local business requirements -Proactive Supplier Relationship Management, ensuring Siemens is a preferred customer -Support the Supplier Qualification Process for new suppliers in partnership with Supplier Quality Management (SQM), Project managers and New Product Development (NPD) -Independently prepare and carry out negotiations with suppliers

Requirements

• igbts
• e-sourcing
• electrical engineering
• 4-5 years
• teamwork
• innovation

What You Bring

-Ability to be innovative in issues related to strategic sourcing, vendor relations, quality assurance and supply -Great teamwork and collaboration -Should have experience in handling IGBT’s, Electronics components, Contactors, Cables and accessories, Cable Harness, Switches, Transformers and wound parts, Outsourcing. -Able to review the testing procedure and providing constructive feedback for test improvement, able to produce and update test and commission documentation and with Risk Assessment knowledge is added advantage. -Knowledge of purchasing fundamentals including RFQ's and Negotiations -Self-motivated, highly driven and results focused -Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering -The ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders is important -Strong innovative and analytical skill to perform onboard system troubleshooting and with fundamental knowledge on Railway Qualification Test with railway standard IEC 61133 -Proactive with the ability to influence and challenge the status quo -Ability to drive performance improvements -You should have 4-5 years’ experience in a Buyer position within a Procurement function, preferably for Traction Business. -Hands-on experience in e-sourcing.

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About Siemens

-The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries. -With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility. -Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles. -It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors. -Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.

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