Senior Manager

Lead full end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, including requisition-to-PO conversion, supplier selection, RFQ/RFP issuance and evaluation, and contract finalization.

Expertise in negotiating and closing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) costs, Manufacturing Value Add (MVA) pricing, repair/rework terms, and process change revisions.

Proven ability to validate technical and cost requirements in collaboration with manufacturing, industrial engineering, and quality teams.

Onboard, develop, and manage global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Contract Manufacturers (CM) partners, including multi-location capacity ramp-up and performance alignment.

Build and execute multi-sourcing strategies to mitigate single-source risks, track committed capacities, and drive supplier output improvements through regular follow-ups, site visits, and joint planning

Negotiate extended payment terms, volume-based pricing, and cost structures to achieve targeted soft/hard savings through MVA optimizations, NRE closures, and process efficiencies.

Benchmark supplier proposals and performance against industry standards; identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining quality and delivery standards.

Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier disruptions, capacity constraints, geopolitical factors, and material shortages.

Ensure ESG compliance, vendor audits, regulatory adherence (telecom-specific standards), and ethical sourcing practices.

Develop contingency plans, track recovery actions for critical items, and maintain business continuity through diversified sourcing and performance monitoring.

Mastery-level communication skills for preparing and presenting stakeholder updates, daily reports, and cross-team coordination.

Expert teamwork and collaboration to drive collective ownership, motivate teams during crises, and foster positive working relationships with internal and external partners.

Strong management and leadership skills for ethical decision-making, team mentoring, performance guidance, and maintaining a proactive, solution-oriented attitude under pressure.

In-depth background in telecom hardware supply chains (e.g., radios, baseband units, optical network terminals, cables, enclosures, and related mechanical/electronic components).

Experience managing partners and sourcing in emerging and global markets, including Asia-Pacific, China, India, and EMEA regions.

Familiarity with consigned/turnkey manufacturing models, repair/rework services, and high-volume telecom project execution.

Conduct Periodic Suppliers Audits and supplier performance rating along with the quality team