Sourcing Leader

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Appliances
The Role
Leads strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives to optimize costs, ensure supply continuity, strengthen supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and mitigate market and supply risks. Partners with Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and business teams to improve total cost of ownership, governance, compliance, sustainability, and digital processes. Mentors sourcing teams and supports business expansion through supplier development and procurement transformation.
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Company Description

Rexel in India, is a fully owned INR 850 cr + subsidiary of Rexel Global, having presence in the country with 16 branches and 16 stock points, from where we are serving customers on a Pan Inda level. We offer a wide variety of products across various categories covering length and breadth of the Industrial Automation, Lighting requirements, Panels and Supply Chain Consolidation (C-Class Direct and Indirect material purchases) for plants and offices. We are a one stop source for your business needs ranging from Stationery, office supplies to Industrial Automation.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with organizational goals to drive cost optimization, business growth, and supply continuity.
  • Lead the identification, evaluation, and onboarding of new suppliers, markets, and sourcing opportunities to strengthen the supplier ecosystem and mitigate risks.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure long-term partnerships, service excellence, and value creation.
  • Drive supplier negotiations, contract management, and commercial discussions to secure favorable terms, improve profitability, and enhance supply assurance.
  • Design and implement sourcing strategies that improve operational efficiency, reduce procurement costs, and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO).
  • Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, supply chain disruptions, and industry developments to proactively identify risks and opportunities.
  • Lead supplier performance management, including quality, delivery, cost, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and Business Units to align sourcing strategies with business requirements.
  • Establish and govern sourcing policies, processes, and best practices to ensure compliance, sustainability, and ethical procurement standards.
  • Drive digital transformation and process improvement initiatives within sourcing and procurement functions to enhance productivity and decision-making.
  • Mentor and develop sourcing teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Support business expansion and strategic projects through effective sourcing, supplier development, and risk management strategies.

 

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline. MBA or professional procurement certification (CPSM, CIPS, APICS) preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Category Management within the Manufacturing industry.
  • Proven expertise in sourcing raw materials, components, capital equipment, MRO, and indirect procurement categories.
  • Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and influencing skills with demonstrated success in managing high-value supplier contracts and commercial agreements.
  • Track record of delivering significant cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and procurement transformation initiatives.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or category management within the manufacturing industry
  • Expertise in sourcing raw materials, components, capital equipment, MRO, and indirect procurement categories
  • Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
  • Demonstrated success managing high-value supplier contracts and commercial agreements
  • Track record of significant cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and procurement transformation initiatives
  • MBA or professional procurement certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or APICS
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The Company
HQ: Paris
3,013 Employees

What We Do

Together, we’re delivering the power of a global brand Millions of US electrical customers trust the expertise, resources and relationships of Rexel Holdings USA. As the US presence of one of the world's largest electrical distributors, the Rexel Group, we apply our know-how, productivity tools and hands-on business-building initiatives to help our customers thrive. Always seeking better solutions Rexel USA is the home to many of the leading energy, communications and supply-chain brands in the US. We are continuously seeking new opportunities to add complementary brands to our company and further strengthen our value to customers and shareholders. Our Employees Make a Difference Rexel USA offers a wide range of career opportunities, from entry-level rotational programs to experienced electrical system design. Whether it's through designing alternative energy solutions, upgrading lighting in commercial or municipal buildings or finding new ways to optimize our customer's supply chain, our employees are making a difference in the world of energy solutions. To learn what categories of personal information we collect and the purpose of collection, please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at https://bit.ly/36PslzT

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