Senior Analyst –Direct Sourcing (Commodity Operations)

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Senior Analyst –Direct Sourcing (Commodity Operations)Location Bangalore, India Company Overview At Wabtec, we are transforming the future of transportation through innovation, operational excellence, and strategic sourcing. The Sourcing Center of Excellence (CoE) serves as a key enabler for global sourcing teams by providing sourcing execution support, analytics, reporting, and process governance across Direct Material commodities. Who Will You Be Working With? In this role, you will partner closely with Global Commodity Leaders (GCLs), Commodity Managers, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Operations, and Suppliers to support sourcing initiatives across a range of Direct Material commodities. How Will You Make a Difference? You will help deliver sourcing outcomes by supporting RFQ execution, supplier engagement, commercial analysis, savings tracking, sourcing governance, and performance reporting. Commodity Exposure Machined & Engineered Components Rubber, Plastics & Sealing Products Fabricated & Fluid Handling Components Roles & Responsibilities Support Global Commodity Leaders in executing sourcing strategies and sourcing initiatives. Manage end-to-end RFQ/RFP activities including supplier communication, quote collection, bid analysis, and commercial evaluations. Support supplier engagement, sourcing events, and negotiation preparedness. Perform spend analysis, quote benchmarking, cost comparison, and savings validation. Support inflation mitigation activities through commercial reviews and price analysis. Coordinate PPAP tracking, sourcing governance reviews, and project milestones. Develop sourcing dashboards, KPI scorecards, savings reports, and business metrics. Analyze supplier performance data and provide insights to commodity leadership. Maintain sourcing documentation, trackers, and reporting tools. Drive process improvement and reporting automation opportunities. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline. 3-5 years of experience in Direct Sourcing or Commodity Management. Experience supporting mechanical commodities in a manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience executing RFQs, supplier engagement activities, and commercial evaluations. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities. Advanced Excel skills; Power BI preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting global sourcing organizations. Exposure to supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing processes. Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems. Key Competencies RFQ & Supplier Management Commercial & Quote Analytics Cost & Spend Analysis Reporting & Dashboard Development Stakeholder Management Project Coordination Communication & Presentation Skills Working Conditions Support EU time zone – 11:00 AM IST – 08:00PM IST Global coordination, standard business hours, high-volume transactional environment 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.