Manager – Direct Sourcing (Commodity Operations)

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Manager – Direct Sourcing (Commodity Operations)Location Bangalore, India Company Overview It’s not just about your career or job title; it’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. At Wabtec, we are revolutionizing the way the world moves by delivering innovative transportation solutions across freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, and marine markets. We are committed to safety, sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Who Will You Be Working With? You will partner with Global Commodity Leaders, Commodity Managers, NPI teams, Should Cost teams, Plant Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Suppliers, and Procurement leaders across Americas, Europe, and APAC. How Will You Make a Difference? Lead a team supporting Direct Commodity sourcing activities, improve process effectiveness, drive stakeholder satisfaction, and enable scalable CoE support for global sourcing organizations. What Will Your Typical Day Look Like? Lead daily operations, review sourcing support requests, manage team workload, engage stakeholders, track KPI performance, support NPI and Should Cost initiatives, drive process improvements, and participate in governance reviews. Roles and Responsibilities • Lead and develop a team of sourcing and procurement analysts • Support Direct Commodity sourcing operations and strategic initiatives • Coordinate RFQ activities, supplier communications, and sourcing events • Support NPI sourcing activities and stakeholder requirements • Support Should Cost analysis and sourcing analytics • Manage stakeholder escalations and service delivery performance • Drive SLA/KPI management and reporting • Identify automation and process improvement opportunities • Collaborate with global teams across multiple regions and time zones • Support governance reviews, audits, and compliance requirements Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Procurement, or related field. Minimum 10 - 15 years of experience in procurement, sourcing operations, supply chain, or shared services. Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience. Preferred Qualifications Direct Commodity sourcing experience, NPI exposure, Should Cost methodology exposure, global shared services experience, Lean/Six Sigma certification, and experience supporting manufacturing organizations. Systems & Tools SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, JDE, Power BI, Excel, and other procurement and ERP platforms. Key Skills & Competencies Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Direct Commodity Procurement, Strategic Sourcing Support, Supplier Management, NPI Process, Should Cost Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Analytics, Global Collaboration, Communication and Change Management. Working Conditions Support EU time zone – 11:00 AM IST – 08:00PM IST Global coordination, standard business hours, high-volume transactional environment Success Measures Stakeholder Satisfaction, SLA Achievement, Productivity Improvements, Quality & Compliance Metrics, Team Development, Standardization Initiatives, Automation Adoption, and CoE Value Delivery. What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at . Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.