Senior Sourcing Specialist - Indirect Procurement
Quaker Houghton is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead indirect procurement activities in India for the manufacturing industry. The role involves managing supplier relationships, driving cost-optimization strategies, and partnering with cross-functional global teams. Candidates should have a strong track record in category management and stakeholder influencing. This position is based in Kolkata and offers opportunities for career growth within a global organization.
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Experience
5-7 years
Function
Purchasing
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Quaker Houghton is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead indirect procurement activities in India for the manufacturing industry. The role involves managing supplier relationships, driving cost-optimization strategies, and partnering with cross-functional global teams. Candidates should have a strong track record in category management and stakeholder influencing. This position is based in Kolkata and offers opportunities for career growth within a global organization.
TAL's take
Solid role at a well-established global industrial leader with clear responsibilities and defined growth potential.
Clear title, well-defined sourcing responsibilities, and specific experience requirements provided for the India region.
Must haves
- 5-7+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement
- Experience in multinational companies
- Strong experience in indirect procurement and category management
- Proven track record in delivering cost savings and supplier negotiations
- Bachelor's degree
- Professional English proficiency
About the company
Global publicly traded industrial company with significant market presence but not a tech-sector unicorn.
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