Supply Acquisition

Location = Delhi / Bengaluru

Profile = Assistant Manager / Manager - International & Domestic Sourcing (Metal Scraps). This is an urgent requirement.

Below are strict criterias.

1. Should have 4+ years of experience in international & domestic sourcing / purchasing / procurement of Aluminium / Metal / Alloy Scraps of various kinds i.e; Tense, Troma, TT, Zorba.

2.  Should've travelled to international locations for aforesaid sourcing purpose. (not strict).

Role Summary

·       Deliver Sourcing and Category Management for the Contingent Labor category in the Americas region (LATAM, US and Canada). Majority of spend is in the U.S.

·       Support development and execution regional category strategy and plan

·       Provide category thought leadership, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

·       This position will be in India

Responsibilities

·       Manage team member activities including setting individual targets, team targets and performance monitoring

·       Analyze spend, identify opportunities and deliver programs that generate cost savings, contract improvements and risk mitigation

·       Develop and execute category strategies and plans in concert with the other functional teams (Recruiting, Finance, Legal, Sales & Delivery Teams)

·       Provide thought leadership and promote knowledge sharing process across all regions

·       Provide support to sales & delivery teams in responding to RFPs for procurement of Temp Labor.

·       Obtain support and agreement for procurement strategies from key stakeholders to ensure optimal compliance.

·       Work with internal stakeholders to identify and support their need for filling contingent labor roles

·       Initiate and manage Rfx’s (RFQ’s, RFI’s and RFP’s) related contract labor

·       Contract negotiation and implementation

·       Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver improvement in performance, cost, service and quality. Responsible for Supplier Relationship Management program.

·       Measure supplier performance against contractual and service delivery targets.

·       Lead supplier review meetings with business stakeholders and suppliers to assess supplier performance and contract compliance and take corrective action as required. Promote vendor capabilities within the organization. Provide official communication to suppliers as necessary.

·       Negotiate Savings and best possible commercials across the contingent labor category. Track and report savings.

·       Establish and report on measurable performance metrics for all procurement activities including supplier performance, payment terms, contractual terms, savings, and spend under management

·       Establish and develop relationships with all key stakeholders: suppliers, internal customers; engaging with internal recruitment team, procurement, payables and other business stakeholders.

·       Assist in providing procurement solutions to our clients

·       Drive value added activities by implementing innovative strategies that both support and align with the organization’s priorities and goals

·       Develop and Manage the Supplier Diversity Initiative

Key Skills/Experience:

·       5+ years Procurement experience delivering contingent labor category sourcing/buying services, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.

·       Advanced knowledge of the US contingent labor marketplace (e.g. suppliers, rates, labor laws, technology, rate benchmarking tools)

·       Exposure to contract laws, negotiation, market dynamics, commercial strategy, strategic sourcing, contract management and supply relationship management

·       Experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing a VMS technology

·       Strong communication skills and drive desired results within the organization

·       Excellent people management skills; Proficient in verbal communication, writing, time management, organizational and presentation skills

·       Ability to interact and influence at all levels

·       Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

·       Exceptionally strong work ethic displaying a mature, professional, service-oriented attitude with an ability to adjust quickly to change

·       Motivated, self-starter and achievement oriented

·       Demonstrated ability to build relationships / partnerships (internal and external), and ability to influence and drive change

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

·       Excellent negotiation, influence, mediation & conflict management skills

·       Bachelor’s Degree required, Advance degree and/or Contingent Labor certification a plus

Key Responsibilities:

• Tender Identification & Management:
• Identify and analyze relevant tenders, RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs in the cybersecurity domain from global and Indian markets.
• Manage the entire tender process, from tender registration, document preparation, submission, to follow-up.
• Maintain updated knowledge of procurement platforms (e.g., GeM, CPPP, and global e-tendering systems) and tender submission requirements.
• Proposal & Bid Writing:
• Draft and prepare well-structured, high-quality proposals that meet the requirements of both technical and commercial aspects of tenders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (technical, legal, finance) to ensure all aspects of the tender response align with the client's specifications.
• Tailor cybersecurity solutions based on the unique requirements of each tender and showcase Certcube Labs' capabilities effectively.
• Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure that all tender documentation complies with legal, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Gather necessary supporting documents, including certifications, project references, and technical compliance documents.
• Review contracts and NDAs to ensure all legal and compliance aspects are covered.
• Risk & Financial Analysis:
• Assess the financial, legal, and operational risks associated with tenders and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed pricing models and cost estimates for cybersecurity solutions and services.
• Market & Competitor Analysis:
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and pricing strategies in cybersecurity.
• Provide insights on positioning Certcube Labs’ services to increase competitiveness in global and Indian tenders.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government agencies, and key stakeholders involved in the tendering process.
• Coordinate and liaise with vendors, partners, and subcontractors to gather relevant inputs for tender responses.
• Post-Tender Activities:
• Manage follow-ups on tender submissions, respond to clarifications, and negotiate terms and conditions when required.
• Maintain a detailed database of all tenders, submissions, and outcomes for internal tracking and reporting.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in tender/bid management, preferably in the cybersecurity or IT sector.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and services (e.g., penetration testing, SOC services, vulnerability assessments, compliance frameworks).
• Familiarity with procurement platforms (e.g., GeM, CPPP) and experience in both Indian and global tender submission processes.
• Excellent proposal and bid writing skills with the ability to articulate complex technical solutions clearly.
• Experience in financial analysis, risk assessment, and pricing strategies for large-scale contracts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management tools.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical teams and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Handling inquiries to get quotations from the vendor and closing it by generating the purchase orders.
• Coordinating and negotiating with vendors to get the most cost effective quotations.
• Procure products at negotiated rates from vendors
• Researching new prospective brands and affitating with them for new business
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
• Preparing proposals for the clients based on their respective inquiries. Utilizing excel to keep the dashboard off inquiries, quotation, purchase orders, payments & deliveries.

Key Skills required

• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills
• Sound knowledge of MS - Office
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Aptitude in presentation and public speaking
• Attention to details Critical thinker and analytical problem solver

• Creating vendor-wise PO based on the total production requirement
• Raising PO to the vendors and following up with them for timely dispatch
• Managing the dispatches and deliveries of the items being ordered to the vendors
• Engaging with the logistics service providers to ensure timely delivery of the goods
• Supervising QC of the items received at factory
• Identifying the gaps in invoice and actual receipt and escalating to senior management
• Identifying new vendors for the required raw materials

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Good Hindi speaking skills
• Knowledge in Kannada
• Strong learning and ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working in factory or warehouse
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task 
• Excellent command over MS Excel

What you need to have:

• 3+ years experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management or supplier management
• Bachelor’s degree - BE/ BTech
• Experience in supplier negotiations
• Understanding technical requirements and translating them to business/ sourcing parameters is a must
• Smart, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative
• Willingness to adapt to fast changing situations encountered in startups
• Strong writer and communicator, excellent listener, with superior sales skills and comfort regularly interacting with strangers

• MBA from a reputed college
• Experience in consumer electronics and good understanding of electronics manufacturing
• Prior experience in setting up sourcing programs, supplier management scorecards and dashboards

• Any graduate degree    
• 4+ years of experience in the Hospitality industry in a senior Procurement role
• Ability and experience in leading a team
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and driven