Sourcing Engineer

Rockwell Automation

Sourcing Engineer leading strategic procurement, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction for Rockwell Automation’s industrial automation business. Managing supplier performance, risks, and supply continuity.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeChennai • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement activities, strategic sourcing, and supplier negotiations while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and ERP/SAP processes. Proven ability to collaborate across departments and manage supplier performance to achieve organizational goals.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationsContract ManagementERP/SAP ExpertiseGlobal Sourcing

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Hard Skills

Procurement ManagementCost BenchmarkingSupplier Risk AssessmentCategory ManagementTechno-Commercial EvaluationsValue EngineeringPPAP ActivitiesSupplier Performance MonitoringSupplier LocalizationManufacturing Procurement

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationChange ManagementProcess Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Digital Procurement PlatformsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

Direct MaterialsComponentsManufacturing ServicesSupplier DevelopmentGlobal Sourcing ProgrammesCubic Group Purchase TeamEthical SourcingSustainable Sourcing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead procurement activities for direct materials, components, and manufacturing services
Develop suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and technical capabilities
Prepare RFQs, perform techno-commercial evaluations, and negotiate pricing, contracts, and lead times
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations on new product development, supplier selection, and PPAP activities
Promote supplier localization and cost reduction through value engineering and strategic sourcing
Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions to improve quality, delivery, and service
Manage supplier risks and develop alternate sources to ensure supply continuity
Support global sourcing programmes with the Cubic Group Purchase Team
Ensure material availability while maintaining procurement-policy compliance and ERP/SAP processes
Build long-term supplier relationships and improve performance to achieve organizational goals
Report to the Sourcing Manager as part of the Procurement team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field
8–10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
Track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management
Expertise in ERP and SAP systems and procurement tools
Demonstrated expertise in analysis, partner communication, and leadership
Expertise in global sourcing and managing international suppliers
Expertise in cost benchmarking, supplier risk assessment, and category management
Expertise in manufacturing, technology, or large-scale procurement environments
Familiarity with digital procurement platforms and automation tools
Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners
Ability to lead change and process improvements
Commitment to ethical, sustainable sourcing practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
Company volunteer and donation matching program
Employee Assistance Program
Personalized wellbeing programs through the OnTrack program
On-demand digital course library for professional development
Other local benefits