Senior Executive - Sourcing

About the Position

At Kohler India Technical Center, we are a dedicated global hub providing comprehensive technical and non-technical services for all Kohler Co. businesses and product lines worldwide, including our renowned Kitchen and Bath products.

We are looking for a Sourcing Associate to join our team and enrich our organization by bringing category expertise, in-depth knowledge of sourcing processes, strategic mindset, creativity, and divergent thinking. The associate will drive global sourcing categories/projects and influence internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Global Sourcing Services in an Excellent Manner

• Lead sourcing initiatives and take ownership for global facility management services (lease contracts, manpower contracts, security, housekeeping, transport, canteen, hotel contracts, etc.)
• Expertise in contract management for facilities spend, including negotiation of critical clauses and defining SLA and terms
• Manage facility management projects, commercial aspects, RFPs, supplier scorecards, contract review and implementation

Category Understanding & Risk Management

• Develop deep understanding of the facilities management category, market practices, and trends
• Manage purchasing risks, implement KPIs and SLAs
• Lead sourcing activities, gain stakeholder buy-in, and deliver best value solutions

Spend Analysis & Strategy

• Conduct spend analysis, price benchmarking, and strategy analysis
• Provide actionable insights to stakeholders
• Develop and implement category strategy aligned with business objectives

Contract & eSourcing Management

• Review and negotiate supplier contracts
• Manage eSourcing activities including offer analysis, proposal comparisons, and negotiation point identification

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Identify and execute process improvement opportunities
• Conduct and manage competitive bidding processes
• Ensure compliance with Kohler's Global Sourcing Policy

Standard Operating Process (SOP) Setup

• Continuously improve facility management processes
• Eliminate non-value-added activities and integrate best practices

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and enhance stakeholder relationships
• Understand business requirements and ensure alignment with category strategy
• Forecast growth opportunities and support global purchasing enhancements

Required Competencies

• Analytical Skills: Data validation, trend analysis, organized reporting
• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of global commercial law
• IT Proficiency: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI
• Negotiation: Strategy execution across cultural boundaries
• Strategy Development: Understand interdependencies and risks
• Project Management: Lead multi-regional projects
• Continuous Improvement: Expert knowledge of market trends
• Interpersonal Skills: Effective cross-functional communication, team collaboration, resilience, global cultural adaptability

Education and Experience Requirements

• 5–6 years experience as a Buyer, including 2–3 years in facilities management sourcing
• Experience in managing capital equipment category (desirable)
• Experience with eSourcing/eAuctions (desirable)
• Excellent English communication skills
• Spanish communication skills (desirable)
• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Business (desirable)
• Ability to work in hybrid setting (2–3 days in office, rest from home)
• Flexibility to overlap partially with US/Mexico time zones