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Sr. Executive - Buyer (Direct Material)

SKF TECHNOLOGIES (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

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based on 998 Reviews

4-9 years

Mysuru / Mysore

1 vacancy

Sr. Executive - Buyer (Direct Material)

SKF

posted 12hr ago

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Flexible timing

Key skills for the job

Operations Procurement Automotive Engineering EHS Environment Health Safety QMS

+ 3 more

Job Description

Execute operational purchasing for BU and support factories. Support the implementation of strategic sourcing results in the country/factories and promote the operational efficiency in the countries. Work closely with the internal stakeholders and execute BU unique categories purchasing activities. Implement contracts, agreements, and new processes. Participate in and develop efficient standardized P2P processes.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing

Lead negotiations and sign agreements up to a defined and agreed upon value for suppliers
Coordinate purchasing cost reduction or supplier consolidation projects
Review purchase requisitions and identify sources of supply for spot buys
Advise internal stakeholders on procurement issues, providing support and guidance at all stages of the procurement cycle
Advise stakeholders on modifications from original requests (if alternative, more cost efficient, or otherwise beneficial alternatives exist)
Continuously track supplier performance according to defined QCDIM

Global Responsibilities

Drive BU unique categories sourcing initiatives as agreed with Purchasing Group Manager

Projects

Screen, short list and select potential BU specific suppliers through a Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) & Request for Quotation (RFQ) process
Develop negotiation strategy and lead supplier or if delegated by Global Category Manager, negotiations when category is unique
Initiate and conduct supplier evaluations and supplier audits, when category is unique or if delegated by Global Category Manager, and in close link with Quality
Support Purchasing Business Plan, Forecasts and Standard Cost Calculation
Support implementation of new processes and systems, QCDIM, NSDC, CSR and sustainability requirements, Support the factory in NSDC implementation
Run operations according to the SKF Code of Conduct, Environment Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality Policies and work according to the SKF Quality Management System