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3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity We gain new insight from diverse thinking and take risks on new ideas Here you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter About the Role The Sourcing Specialist - 3rd Party Manufacturing 3PM is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for external manufacturing partners supporting 3M s product portfolio in India The role involves managing end-to-end supplier engagement from identifying capable partners to ensuring cost competitiveness supply continuity and compliance with 3M quality and ethical standards You will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Quality Supply Chain Finance and Business Teams to drive strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver value through supplier performance innovation and operational excellence Key Responsibilities Strategic Partner Management Identify qualify and onboard 3rd Party Manufacturers aligned with business needs and product categories Establish long-term partnerships to support growth innovation and cost objectives Cost and Contract Management Drive cost optimization through competitive sourcing value engineering and negotiation of commercial terms Manage contracts ensuring legal commercial and compliance alignment Supplier Relationship Performance Monitor supplier performance cost quality delivery service lead quarterly reviews and drive continuous improvement actions with partners Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with technical manufacturing and quality teams to ensure supplier capability for new product introductions process transfer and regulatory compliance Risk Compliance Ensure all 3PMs adhere to 3M s EHS sustainability and ethical standards Conduct supplier audits and risk assessments proactively Market Intelligence Benchmarking Track market trends raw material pricing and supplier landscape to build a resilient and cost-competitive external manufacturing network Project Management Lead sourcing transitions capacity expansions and cost improvement projects across categories Qualifications Experience Education Bachelor s degree in Engineering Supply Chain or related field MBA preferred Experience 12-15 years of experience in sourcing or procurement with at least 4-5 years in 3rd Party Contract Manufacturing sourcing Industry Background Preferred experience in manufacturing sectors like Consumer Healthcare Chemical Industrial or FMCG Technical Skills Strong understanding of manufacturing processes costing principles supplier audits and contract management Soft Skills Excellent stakeholder management negotiation analytical and communication skills Key Competencies Strategic Sourcing Supplier Development Contract Cost Management Project Leadership Execution Cross-functional Collaboration Risk and Compliance Governance Business Acumen Decision Making Learn more about 3M s creative solutions to the world s problems at www 3M com or on Instagram Facebook and LinkedIn 3M Safety is a core value at 3M All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety EHS culture by following safety policies identifying hazards and engaging in continuous improvement Please note your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history either by 1 uploading a resume or 2 entering the information into the application fields directly 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms Please access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment and review Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms