Sourcing Manager

Job Title: Sourcing Manager / Supply Chain Expert

Location:
Hyderabad, Vadodara, Coimbatore OR a global supplier catchment area

Role Type:
Full time.

Department:
, reporting to CEO/COO

Experience:
7-12 Years

What do we do?

ideazmeet is building a digital network for Manufacturers. Connecting MSMEs, suppliers, innovators, and experts to foster visibility, collaboration, and growth. With 25,000+ users, we are on a mission to digitally enable the B2B manufacturing economy.

dotsupply is a global B2B sourcing platform (of ideazmeet) that connects U.S. and international buyers with vetted Indian & SEA manufacturers, providing managed, end-to-end support from RFQ to delivery.

What do we need?

• You'll be the single point of contact ("owner") for buyer accounts; from RFQ evaluation and costings to supplier shortlisting, negotiations, production follow-through, quality checks, and logistics/dispatch.
• Be the buyer's trusted on-ground partner who navigates India's (& SEA's) supplier ecosystem and delivers right-first-time outcomes for the Buyers.

What will you do?

RFQ Intake & Scoping

• Translate RFQs into clear specs/BOMs, QA requirements, quantities, and timelines.
• Review drawings/CAD, materials, finishing, and packaging; flag feasibility risks and alternatives.

Sourcing & Supplier Shortlisting

• Identify, evaluate, and shortlist suppliers by capability, capacity, certifications, cost, and lead time.
• Run RFI/RFP processes; maintain a bench of backup suppliers across categories/industries.

Costing & Negotiation

• Build landed-cost models (EXW/FOB/CIF/DDP), optimize MOQs/tooling, and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and SLAs.
• Drive commercial closure while protecting margin and risk.

Work Orders & Production Follow-through

• Convert RFQs to WOs/POs, publish production plans, and track milestones (proto → pilot → mass).
• Resolve bottlenecks on materials, tooling, and change requests with suppliers.

Quality & Compliance

• Define quality plans (AQL, sampling, PPAP/APQP where relevant).
• Coordinate inspections (DIM, FAI, in-process, pre-dispatch), NCR/CAPA closures, and supplier audits.
• Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 9001/14001, social compliance, and buyer-specific standards.

Logistics & Dispatch Management

• Finalize INCO terms, arrange freight (air/sea), coordinate with forwarders, and ensure correct shipping docs (invoice, packing list, COO, HS codes, etc.).
• Track shipments end-to-end, ensure OTIF delivery, and manage claims if needed.

Buyer Communication & Trust

• Own weekly updates, risk registers, and change logs; run crisp, data-backed comms.
• Be proactive—highlight risks early and propose options.

Data, Tools & Reporting

• Maintain supplier scorecards and cost databases; keep CRM/PM tools updated with milestones.
• Report on savings, OTIF, PPM/defect rates, and cycle times.

You have should have:

• 7–12 years in sourcing/vendor management/supply chain in manufacturing.
• Strong grasp of manufacturing processes (machining, casting, sheet metal, plastics, assembly) and ability to read technical drawings/BOMs.
• Hands-on negotiation experience and comfort with landed-cost models & INCO terms.
• Working knowledge of QA tools (AQL, PPAP, APQP, SPC) and inspection workflows.
• Familiarity with export logistics, customs documentation, and freight coordination.
• Tools: Microsoft 365 (Excel—advanced with formulas/Power Query/Power Pivot; PowerPoint; Word), SharePoint/OneDrive; Power BI for reporting; CRM (Microsoft Dynamics/Zoho); project tools (Microsoft Project/Planner); QC/inspection apps.
• Excellent written & spoken English; crisp stakeholder communication.
• Willingness to travel for supplier audits, trials, and pre-dispatch inspections.

Good to Have:

• Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Six Sigma Green Belt / APICS CSCP / ISO 9001 auditor exposure.
• Category depth in any of: precision machined parts, fasteners, castings, fabrication, wire harnesses, PCBAs, packaging.

What You'll Get:

• Work & learn with the founding team.
• Competitive compensation with role linked incentives, health insurance, potential ESOPs for high performers.
• Flexible work culture (30 day Work From Anywhere, in a calendar year), some roles may have permanent remote working flexibility.