Sr. Sourcing Executive
1 Nos.
135201
Full Time
3.0 Year(s) To 5.0 Year(s)
Not Disclosed by Recruiter
Engg Design / R&D / Product Mgt
Ceramics/Sanitary ware
Job Description:
Role Description
- Market Research & Trend Tracking: Monitor the tile industry's popular colors (e.g., matte finish, continuous vein), specifications (e.g., large-format sintered stone, small-size antique tiles), and technological innovations (e.g., digital glaze, dry granular polishing). Align research outcomes with target markets to identify product opportunities.
- New Product R&D & Implementation: Lead tile formula adjustment, color design, and process parameter setting (e.g., forming, firing, glazing). Collaborate with factories to resolve technical challenges during R&D; coordinate sample production and performance testing (e.g., wear resistance, water absorption, stain resistance) to ensure products comply with international and domestic standards.
- Product Sourcing: Develop and evaluate finished tile suppliers; verify supplier qualifications (e.g., production capacity, quality management system, certification credentials). Establish a qualified supplier database and conduct regular performance assessments; maintain long-term cooperative relationships to enhance supply chain stability.
- Formulate sourcing plans based on sales orders and inventory requirements. Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, payment methods (e.g., L/C/T/T), and quality guarantee clauses to sign procurement contracts with optimal cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with the quality control department to inspect incoming goods against standards; handle return, replacement, and claim procedures for non-conforming products. Monitor market price fluctuations and trade policy changes (e.g., tariff adjustments) to develop supply chain risk contingency plans. Maintain sourcing records and generate data analysis reports.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in the tile industry, with proven expertise in both product development and finished product sourcing. Proficiency in the entire tile production process, product standards, and sourcing workflows.
- Strong market insight, innovative thinking, and capabilities in supplier negotiation and cost control. Ability to accurately identify market needs and translate them into product and sourcing solutions.
- Excellent communication skills in English and/or local languages. Proficiency in office software and relevant sourcing/design tools.
- High sense of responsibility, strong stress tolerance.
Qualifications
Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Ceramic Engineering
- Technical Knowledge
Understanding of tile manufacturing process:
- Raw material preparation
- Pressing, glazing, firing
Knowledge of quality standards:
- ISO standards
- BIS standards (IS codes for tiles in India)
Familiarity with testing methods:
- Water absorption test
- Breaking strength
- Surface quality checks
- Size & thickness variation measurements
For more details please share your resume on prutha@postaresume.co.in or call on 9328361089
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Company Profile
Company offers a variety of products, from porcelain and --- tiles to glass mosaics and even bathroom sanitaryware through its various brands.
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