Buyer - Supplier Sourcing and Development (BIW)

Buyer - SSU - BIW

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• Collate, compile, and maintain a comprehensive supplier databank covering existing supplier facilities for all part families within the BIW AD Group.
• Engage with existing suppliers to understand upcoming expansion plans, capacity upgrades, and technological improvements, and update the supplier databank accordingly.
• Conduct market studies to assess capacities and facilities of alternate suppliers, and explore potential sourcing options for Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) as required.
• Perform market benchmarking of supplier facilities with respect to technology, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Project Teams to understand process and technical requirements and recommend suitable supplier panels for PSP (Product Sourcing Proposal).
• Lead the annual MSP (Master Sourcing Plan) supplier panel review and ensure timely sign‑off.
• Coordinate and support 3DX clearing of PSPs.
• Conduct supplier visits for evaluation and assessment whenever required.
• Strong Commercial Acumen & Souring Background.

Preferred Industries

AutomobileFarm Sector

Education Qualification

B.E./B. Tech (Mechanical/Production/Automobile), MBA preferrably

General Experience

4 to 8 yrs experience in sourcing, supplier development, or procurement.

Critical Experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with suppliers and cross‑functional teams

System Generated Core Skills

Analytical ThinkingCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsProject Planning & ExecutionRisk AnalysisSupplier SelectionPricingPrice OptimizationSupplier Risk ManagementSourcingStrategic SourcingBenchmarking

System Generated Secondary Skills

NegotiationProject ManagementSupplier Management