Sourcing Manager - IT Hardware

Job Title

Sourcing Manager – IT Hardware

Job Location

Global Capability Centre, Pune

Job Description

Do you want to contribute on a strategic level to the Sourcing for Vanderlande Solutions? Are you a team player with sourcing experience and able to work in a multidisciplinary and international environment to achieve best results for our solutions in terms of added value, quality, and competitiveness?

Our goal is to develop and maintain a stable and competitive supply base that supports Vanderlande's projects, services, and ambitious growth. You'll be working closely with our teams in R&D, Engineering, Quality, Service, Projects, and other Supply Chain departments globally, fostering strong collaborations and ensuring we deliver top-notch results.

At Vanderlande, we are seeking passionate and ambitious people, capable of making a positive impact on supply chain, while developing a prosperous career in a fast-paced international environment.

Your role

The Sourcing Manager - IT Hardware for is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing and procurement of IT hardware (e.g., servers, laptops, networking equipment, storage devices, other technology assets) to support the company's global operations. This role focuses on developing and managing relationships with key vendors, negotiating contracts, optimizing costs, ensuring supply continuity, and aligning procurement activities with business goals in line with the legal, regulatory compliances across globe. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders such as IT, finance, legal, and global supply chain teams. This role demands strategic thinking, and effective communication with global stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes across multiple functions within the organization. You will be integral to projects in the Warehousing, Parcel, and Airport markets.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for IT hardware categories to meet current and future business needs.
• Lead the procurement process, including supplier identification, RFP/RFI management, negotiation of pricing, and contract terms.
• Ensure global supply chain reliability, managing risks related to supplier performance, delivery times, and quality.
• Drive initiatives to reduce costs, improve supplier performance, and foster innovation.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with IT hardware vendors and suppliers.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contract terms, service levels, and business expectations.
• Negotiate contracts for IT hardware, focusing on cost optimization, quality, and long-term partnership benefits.
• Ensure contracts meet legal, financial, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with internal global teams including IT, finance, legal, and operations to ensure that procurement processes align with overall business goals.
• Work with technical teams to understand and define IT hardware requirements and specifications.
• Monitor market trends in IT hardware, including technology advancements, supplier landscape, and pricing dynamics.
• Conduct benchmarking exercises to ensure that the company’s IT hardware procurement is competitive.
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, local regulations, and company standards.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives within the procurement process to align with corporate sustainability goals.
• Utilize data analytics to track and report procurement performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of IT hardware assets, from procurement to disposal, ensuring optimal use, upgrades, and replacements.
• Ensure timely renewal and replacement of hardware to avoid disruptions and maintain operational efficiency.

Job Requirements (skills and experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field with relevant certification like CIPS, CPM, or ITIL etc.
• Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in sourcing and procurement, with a focus on IT hardware in a global environment and conversant with procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and managing large-scale hardware procurement in an enterprise environment with strong knowledge of IT hardware categories, including servers, storage, networking, and peripherals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of communicating effectively across all levels of the global organization.
• Effective time management skills, able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to set own goals and get things done with Hands-on experience in costing activities, utilizing cost estimation programs.
• Ability to understand the VOICE of customer and translate that to action and drive the actions for continuous improvement.
• Sense of customer service, cross functional team player, relationship builder
• Knowledge of contract law, import/export regulations, and compliance standards related to IT hardware procurement.
• Familiarity with sustainable procurement practices and emerging trends in IT hardware.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance, environmental standards, and trade policies related to IT hardware.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives globally.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across different time zones and cultures.
• Good command of English, both verbal and written
• Willingness to travel, up to 30%.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Sourcing Manager – IT Hardware you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to the growth and profitability of Vanderlande Industries. Our organization has been named for several years in a row as ‘Top Employer’ and ‘Best Employer’. We offer a full-time position in an informal and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development.
 

About the Company: Vanderlande

Website: www.vanderlande.com

Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology.

Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 9,000 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. It has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation.

Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.

Why should you join Vanderlande India Global Capability Center (GCC)

• We are certified as Great Place to Work by the prestigious Great Place to Work Institute.
• Flexible and Hybrid Workplace.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• Mediclaim benefit including parental coverage.
• On-site company health centers with a gym, employee wellbeing sessions, in house doctor support.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• Opportunity to collaborate globally.

Being you @Vanderlande (Diversity statement)

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.