Regional Sourcing Engineer

Job Title: Regional Sourcing Engineer Location: Pune/Rajkot/Vadodara/Remote Reports to: Regional Sourcing Manager Employment Type: Full-time Seniority Level: Mid-Level Industry: Manufacturing Mechanical Power Transmission Components Engineering Services Job Function: Sourcing Supplier Development Job Summary: The Regional Sourcing Engineer explores capable export suppliers in their region which fit into the global category strategy and qualify for the standards set by Dodge Industrial. They are responsible for managing relationships with regional suppliers, and ensure suppliers comply to targets for on-time delivery, product quality, safety, communications etc. They also provide all other RBC divisions with similar services. They drive all regional sourcing projects for RBC-Dodge from RFQ and into serial production. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Development & Project Management • Explore suppliers in your region for sourcing projects, assess their capabilities & capacities. • Administrate the supplier onboarding process. • Initiate and execute sourcing projects in your region following sourcing guidelines & process. • Ensure supplier follows PPAP process for part development. • Update internal steak holders with project status & timelines. Contract Management & Supplier Relations • Work with category managers to develop, negotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers in your region; manage supply base in your region. • Enforce terms and conditions of purchase orders and other agreements. • Oversee performance management of suppliers in your region. Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure suppliers adhere to local laws and export compliance for USA supply. • Resolve nonconformance issues. • Participate & support Global Category Managers to Identify areas of risk within supply chain; implement appropriate mitigation measures. Communication • Work as a bridge between RBC-Dodge plants and Supplier to ensure communication and performance happens smoothly. • Update plants & GCMs with any unforeseen events at suppliers and make necessary mitigation plans. • Work with cross functional teams to remove any roadblocks during sourcing project execution. Required Qualifications: • Diploma/bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration. • Minimum 5 years of experience in Sourcing & Vendor Development field. International purchasing experience is added advantage. • Must be able to Speak, write & communicate in English; Knowing other regional languages will be added advantage. • Understanding of Cost breakdown analysis & Should Cost. • Understanding of PPAP & 8D processes. • Understanding of manufacturing processes like Casting, Machining, forging, stamping etc. • Supplier interaction skills & Project Management skills. • Strong quantitative and analytical skills and expertise in Excel, PowerPoint and access. • Highly customer-centric, responsive and a go-getter. • Strong analytical skills and presentation skills. • Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. • Effective problem identification and solution skills. Physical Requirements: • Extended periods of sitting at a workstation. • Speaking in person and over the telephone or Teams online and the ability to hear, comprehend, and document detailed information from others. • Ability to type, reach and grasp. • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing for extended periods over the phone and in person. • Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint proficiency. • Available to travel up to 50% of the time and have a valid passport. • Ability to work in manufacturing sites, including foundries, steel mills, machine shops, forging shops, assembly centers, etc. Essential Job Functions: • Explore new suppliers across the region, Identify right suppliers for the business, drive & co-ordinate Supplier on-boarding process. • Set-up and review pricing mechanism with suppliers in region, Ensure Price list have been shared with GCMs for updating SAP PIRs on timely manner. • Support new product development projects to ensure acceptable quality level, right cost level and suitable production technology with suppliers. • Support Plant SCM teams with update on open POs and managing business urgencies with respect to materials from region. • Work with Suppliers to ensure they deliver On-time. Identify the lapses and implement improvement actions. • Co-ordinate with logistics team and suppliers to ensure shipments are collected and dispatched in timely manner. • Work with supplier quality team in region for new development projects, supplier development program and resolve quality nonconformity/claims. • Work as a bridge between supplier and Dodge Industrial to resolve any quality, supply chain & communication issues. • Drive implementation and development of corporate supplier tools. • Work closely with tier one supplier to improve & sustain business relationship. • Drive and manage stocking program at supplier in region to ensure the reduced lead time for material & avoid stock out at our plants. • Optimize sourcing from region to attain maximum efficiency. • Estimate supply risks and apply risk minimizing techniques at regional suppliers. • Develop and execute strategic, in close coordination with Global Category leads. • Conceptual knowledge & ability to implement quality management systems like ISO9001, TS16949 & ISO14001. • Multi-cultural understanding (must understand business behavior in different countries to be able to reach best possible results and co-operation within a short period of time). Why Join Us? • Work for a collaborative, experienced leadership team. • Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture. RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.