Strategic Sourcing Manager

About SAN Automotive SAN Automotive Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of precision sheet metal components and assemblies for the agricultural machinery, farm equipment, and automotive sectors. Backed by IATF 16949-certified facilities in Faridabad, we supply high-performance components to global OEMs including AGCO, FENDT, VALTRA, PTx, MASSEY FERGUSON, CNH, Kubota, Escorts, and other major industry players. Our new Agricultural Machinery & Implements Division is a strategic growth vertical, led by the CEO of the division. We are now seeking a highly specialized Sourcing Manager who will anchor the sourcing roadmap and build a world-class vendor ecosystem for this segment. Role Overview The Sourcing Manager – Agriculture Machinery Division will lead procurement and supplier development for agricultural implements and farm machinery components. The role demands strong technical understanding of agri-implements (rotavators, rotary tillers, ploughs, cultivators, seeders, subsoilers, harvest attachments, transmissions, blades, gear systems, shanks, tynes, controllers, hydraulics, etc.), along with expertise in cost engineering, vendor audits, negotiations, and long-term supplier development. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge—someone who knows which vendors excel in gears, who produces reliable tynes/shanks, who manufactures high-quality blades, and who provides globally benchmarked transmission and implement components. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Sourcing & Category Expertise - Build sourcing strategies for the full range of agricultural implement components—rotavators, cultivators, seeders, ploughs, PTO shafts, powertrain units, blade assemblies, shanks, tynes, transmissions, controllers, castings, forgings, and sheet metal assemblies. - Conduct technology and market benchmarking in India and abroad. - Identify best-fit suppliers based on specialization, competency, capacity, and cost. - Align sourcing decisions with NPI and long-term division strategy. 2. Supplier Identification, Evaluation & Onboarding - Build a robust vendor network across India, China, Europe, and global agri-tech hubs. - Conduct technical and commercial audits covering capability, machinery, quality systems (ISO/IATF), APQP/PPAP readiness, costing processes, and scalability. - Drive RFQs, supplier qualification, and onboarding processes. 3. Cost Engineering, Negotiation & Contract Management - Lead complex negotiations for components, tooling, and long-term contracts. - Perform detailed cost analysis (BOM costing, should-costing, VAVE). - Build cost models for common and critical agri-implement components. - Prepare and manage contracts aligned with legal and corporate standards. 4. Technology & Specification Expertise - Strong understanding of: - Blades, tynes, shanks, rotors, flanges - Gearboxes, PTO systems, transmissions - Bearings, shafts & powertrain components - Hydraulics: 3-point linkage, valves, cylinders - Controllers/sensors & electronic systems - Collaborate with R&D and production for evaluation of samples and prototypes. 5. Supplier Performance, Development & Risk Management - Define and track supplier KPIs—quality, delivery, cost, NPD responsiveness. - Lead supplier improvement initiatives (Kaizen, VAVE, lean). - Implement risk mitigation strategies across the supply chain. - Build long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers for innovation and competitiveness. 6. Budget Ownership, Cost Optimization & Compliance - Manage sourcing budgets and support divisional profitability. - Drive cost-saving initiatives including localization and alternate sourcing. - Ensure compliance with SOPs, IATF/ISO standards, import norms, and sustainability guidelines. Desired Candidate Profile Education - B.Tech./M.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Experience - 7–8 years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier development in agricultural machinery, implements, tractors, or off-highway equipment. - Strong exposure to vendor audits, NPD sourcing, and component-level negotiations. Industry Knowledge - Solid understanding of Indian and global agri-implement vendor ecosystems. - Knowledge of who manufactures what across clusters—gear systems (Rajkot), rotavator blades (Punjab), gearbox specialists (Italy/Turkey), etc. Preferred Industry Background Candidates from the following companies will be given preference: - SAS Motors (Angad Tractors) - Captain Tractors - Indo Farm Equipment - KisanKraft - ACE Tractors (Action Construction Equipment) Technical Skills - Sourcing strategy & supplier development - Cost engineering, should-costing & VAVE - Technical specification evaluation - Advanced negotiation & contract management - ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics) - Import procurement & logistics - Risk management & market intelligence Soft Skills - Strategic thinker, strong commercial acumen - Excellent communication and relationship management - Leadership and team handling capability - High ownership, integrity, and result-oriented mindset Salary Range ₹8–10 Lakhs per annum (based on experience & capability) How to Apply 📧 Email: hr2_san@sanautomotive.com 📞 Phone: +91 9560059846 👤 Contact Person: Ms. Sakshi Gupta – HR