Head of Sourcing

Role Summary:

Head of Sourcing & Development will lead and oversee the complete supplier ecosystem for the electric traction motor & Its 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.