Manager - Sourcing
6 days ago• Srīperumbūdūr, India
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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Manager- Sourcing located in Sriperumbudur.
What a typical day looks like:
- Responsible for directing the planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of processes and procedures within the organization related to direct materials Sourcing
- Develop & Drive India sourcing strategies in line with Global Procurement Strategies
- Identify and select preferred/strategic suppliers in accordance with the organization requirement & procurement policies
- Lead Mechanical & Electromechanical part development & qualification along with CFT
- Identify and drive opportunities for Alternate sourcing and Localization for cost effectiveness
- Conduct & Lead supplier negotiations
- Continuous rationalization and optimization of supply base to drive efficiency
- Contract negotiation and implementing long term supply agreements [LTA / Business Agreement]
- Drive Key Metrics like Cost reduction / Localization / SMI / Margin Expansion
- Conduct Quarterly Business review (QBR) with Preferred & Strategic suppliers
- Build cost model for different commodities to drive cost efficiency
- Interacts regularly with executives, customers and suppliers
- Monitor commodity markets & report price movements
- Provides supplier management as related to product development and integration.
- Supplier & Stake holders relationship management
- Manage & develop impact team to deliver results and accountability
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- Min 15+ years of experience in managing sourcing operations from manufacturing background.
- Deep mechanical manufacturing process knowledge
- Strategic Sourcing Expertise & understanding of global strategies
- Proven track record in supplier negotiation and cost savings
- Expertise to foresee and mitigate supply chain risks
- Excellent analytical, presentation, communication, and leadership skills
- Project Management Skills
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time off
Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain
Required Skills:
Optional Skills:
Flex pays for all costs associated with the application, interview or offer process, a candidate will not be asked for any payment related to these costs.
Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
Client-provided location(s): Srīperumbūdūr, India
Job ID: Flex-WD208881
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-06T19:59:24
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Woman founded/led
- Unconscious Bias Training