Procurement Specialist

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ABB System Drives is the market leader in high-power, high-performance drives, drive systems and packages for industrial process and large infrastructure applications, and a leading supplier of power conversion equipment for renewable energy and other applications. The Division offers global support to help customers, partners and equipment manufacturers with asset reliability, performance improvement and energy efficiency in mission critical applications.

Position Details

Reports to: Procurement Manager

Work Model: Onsite

Location: Nelamangala

• Bangalore, India

Division: Motion Business, System Drive Division

Main Stakeholders: Supply chain, Procure to pay, Production, Finance

About the Role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.

Responsibilities

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Project Procurement Management: Handling multiple RFQs simultaneously, with long conversion cycles and extended gestation periods
• Time-Sensitive Budgetary Activities: Delivering quick turnaround quotes for timeline-driven requirements
• Vendor Strategy & Development: Continuously updating the approved vendor list and onboarding new suppliers to optimize cost and value across the supply chain
• Supplier Identification & Partnerships: Engaging with strategic suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies and enhance value delivery
• Cost Optimization Focus: Driving Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, cost breakdowns, and rigorous cost control measures
• Supplier Qualification & Audits: Ensuring supplier compliance through qualification processes and periodic performance audits
• Sales & Procurement Alignment: Supporting sales teams with tailored procurement solutions for ETO (Engineer-to-Order) projects and volume-based cost reductions

Qualifications

Supply Chain Expertise:

• 2–6 years of hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations within the electrical manufacturing domain
• Strong command over supply chain metrics and procure-to-pay methodologies

Educational Background:

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Practical exposure to Drive Panels, LV/MV systems, and cross-functional team collaboration

Technical Proficiency:

• Skilled in SAP, MS Office, and analytical tools for purchasing transactions, cost control, and supplier performance tracking

Supplier & Contract Management:

• Proven experience in supplier development, contract negotiation, and commercial management including taxation and Capex procurement

Communication & Collaboration:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence, and work effectively across teams and with suppliers

Value Engineering & Innovation:

• Track record of challenging the status quo and driving value engineering initiatives from concept to implementation

Agility & Ownership:

• Proactive, persistent, and results-driven
• Readiness to travel domestically and thrive under pressure in dynamic supply chain environments

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