Sourcing Manager

Job Description At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining impossible. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice. Sourcing Manager You make smart deals for us. We make sure joining Bayer is a smart deal for you. What is in the deal for you: - Be part of a new beginning. We are in the process of building a new team in Procurement focused on Sourcing capability and you can be part of it and learn a profession from scratch - Make global connections that feel local. Our hubs bring together multicultural teams in flexible work set ups where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. - Enjoy purpose with autonomy. In our DSO (Dynamic Shared Ownership) model, you're empowered to act, shape decisions, and take real ownership. Buying better means making an impact and improving access to health and nutrition. - Experience a culture that values curiosity and collaboration. Learn, grow, experiment and have people around you who make work feel fun. Your Tasks And Responsibilities - Sourcing: Lead all sourcing activities with external suppliers, communicate supply constraints, and support strategic initiatives in collaboration with Procurement Category Leads. - Supplier Management: Manage supplier relationships, create robust supply agreements, and leverage market intelligence to mitigate risks and drive competitive advantage. - Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, set joint targets, and provide procurement expertise. WHO YOU ARE: - Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in science, engineering or business management - Experience: Relevant experience in procurement operations or supply chain management with focus on strategic sourcing - Technical Skills: Ideally experience in procurement systems (e.g. Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite. - Languages: Excellent proficiency in English is required. - Thrive in team settings and believe that great ideas come from collaboration. - See challenges as opportunities and think outside the box to find solutions. - Articulate your thoughts clearly and make complex topics easy to understand. - Trust your gut, but you check it against the numbers. - See the big picture. You think in impact, not just input. What We Offer Guided by our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we deliver breakthrough innovations in healthcare and agriculture. If you're looking to build a meaningful career in a community of creative and diverse people dedicated to making a difference, join us - Flexible & hybrid work model. - Career development & learning opportunities. - Work-life balance for your physical & mental wellbeing. - Competitive salaries & financial wellbeing (e.g. life insurance). - We promote employee's well-being, Inclusion & diversity and sustainability in a collaborative and innovative environment. - We promote social engagement through our volunteering program. #JoinBayerProcurement Ever feel burnt out by bureaucracy Us too. That's why we're changing the way we work for higher productivity, faster innovation, and better results. We call it Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO). Learn more about what DSO will mean for you in your new role here https://www.bayer.com/en/strategy/strategy Bayer does not charge any fees whatsoever for recruitment process. Please do not entertain such demand for payment by any individuals / entities in connection with recruitment with any Bayer Group entity(ies) worldwide under any pretext. Please don't rely upon any unsolicited email from email addresses not ending with domain name bayer.com or job advertisements referring you to an email address that does not end with bayer.com. YOUR APPLICATION Bayer is an equal opportunity employer that strongly values fairness and respect at work. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, physical characteristics, disability, sexual orientation etc. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination. Location: India : Maharashtra : Thane Division: Enabling Functions Reference Code: 857929 Contact Us - 022-25311234