Deputy Manager - Buyer (Indirect)

About SKF 

SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals, mechatronics, lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence. 

SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency, and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms. 

To know more, please visit: www.skf.com/in

SKF India has been recognized as a "Top Employer 2024" by the Top Employers Institute, acknowledging excellence in People Practices. 

To know more, Please visit: https://www.skf.com/in/news-and-events/news/2024/2024-01-18-skf-india-recognized-as-top-employer-2024-by-top-employers-institute 

SKF Purpose Statement 

Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.  

By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title: Deputy Manager- Buyer (Indirect) 

Reports To:   Head – Purchase 

Role Type:     Individual Contribution

Location:    Mysuru 

Role Purpose: 

Execute operational purchasing for BU and support factories. Support the implementation of strategic sourcing results in the country/factories and promote the operational efficiency in the countries. Work closely with the internal stakeholders and execute BU unique categories purchasing activities. Implement contracts, agreements, and new processes. Participate in and develop efficient standardized P2P processes. 

Key Responsibilities 

Perform Purchasing according to defined strategies and frameworks 

• Lead negotiations and sign agreements up to a defined and agreed upon value for suppliers. 

•  Coordinate purchasing cost reduction or supplier consolidation projects. 

•  Review purchase requisitions and identify sources of supply for spot buys. 

• Advise internal stakeholders on procurement issues, providing support and guidance at all stages of the procurement cycle. 

• Advise stakeholders on modifications from original requests (if alternative, more cost efficient, or otherwise beneficial alternatives exist), 

Supplier /Service Provider Management 

• Minimize impact of supplier shortages by proactively identifying and resolving potential material supply issues, timely communication, collaborating with Supply Chain for inventory build, and proper escalation. 

• Responsible for ensuring suppliers adhere to the Terms & Conditions specified on the purchase order and resolves challenges, for implementing the Procurement guidelines on site and contributing to its local deployment. 

• Due diligence of the service providers/ suppliers 

Manage BU sourcing projects       

• Screen, short list and select potential BU specific suppliers through a Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) & Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, 

• Develop negotiation strategy and lead supplier, or if delegated by Global Category Manager, negotiations when category is unique. 

• Initiate and conduct supplier evaluations and supplier audits, when category is unique, or if delegated by Global Category Manager, and in close link with Quality. 

• Support Purchasing Business Plan, Forecasts and Standard Cost Calculation. 

• Support implementation of new processes and systems, QCDIM, NSDC, CSR & sustainability requirements. Support the factory in NSDC implementation. 

• Run their operations according to the SKF Code of Conduct, Environment Health & Safety (EHS), and Quality Policies, and work according to the SKF Quality Management System. 

Stakeholder Management             

• Ensure site procurement is engaged and aligned with internal customers/stakeholders, gaining stakeholder and leadership support at the site. 

• Partner with concerned stakeholders to define and implement a IDM process. Communicate price changes and / or discrepancies and determine financial impact. 

Metrics 

• Cost Savings 

• Supplier lead time reduction 

• Alternate supplier strategy 

• PO and Invoice accuracy 

Compliance & Safety 

• Adherence to the Local Laws 

• Company Ethics policy and Guidelines 

Reports / MIS 

• AMC Preparation 

• Preparing Service Agreements 

• Identifying new local suppliers for IDM materials. 

General Expectations from the role / Role Metrics 

• Contract Management system 

• Agreement execution 

• Cost Savings 

• Supplier lead time reduction 

• Alternate supplier strategy 

• PO and Invoice accuracy 

Candidate Profile:  

• BE- Mechanical Engg/ Production Engg/ Industrial Engg 

• Minimum 8 years of relevant Experience in Indirect Purchase 

Knowledge/Skills:            

• Analytical Skills 

• Prioritization 

• Negotiation Skills 

• Conflict Management