Supply Chain & Logistics_Sourcing Senior Engineer II
Zimmer Biomet
Chennai, India Full Time Engineering Jobs India
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
What You Can Expect
The Supply Chain & Logistics – Sourcing Senior Engineer II is responsible for supporting strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost management activities across manufacturing and supply chain operations. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams to ensure cost-effective, scalable, and high-quality supply solutions that support business and product growth objectives.
Work Location: Bangalore
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 Days in office)
How You'll Create Impact
Lead sourcing activities for assigned commodities and suppliers, including RFQs, cost analysis, and supplier negotiations.Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to support new product introductions (NPI/NPD) and ongoing production requirements.Drive cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives through supplier engagement, design collaboration, and process improvements.Evaluate supplier capabilities related to quality, capacity, cost, and delivery performance.Support supplier development activities, including technical reviews, performance management, and risk mitigation.Work with logistics and supply chain stakeholders to ensure consistent material availability and delivery performance.Analyze supplier capacity, identify constraints, and support supply continuity planning.Ensure alignment with internal policies, quality standards, and supply chain best practicesWhat Makes You Stand Out
Strong experience in cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives within a manufacturing or supply chain environmentHands-on working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principlesProven ability to collaborate with engineering teams on design and manufacturability topicsSolid analytical and problem-solving skills with a cost-focused mindsetExperience supporting sourcing activities in cross-functional, engineering-driven environmentsGood-to-Have Skills
Experience using ERP / PLM systems such as SAP, Oracle, JDE, or WindchillMachining background with exposure to manufacturing processes and supplier operationsExperience in Process Engineering or working closely with process engineering teamsKnowledge of DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) concepts and methodologiesExposure to advanced negotiation strategies beyond basic price negotiationsExperience conducting supplier capacity analysis and production feasibility assessmentsBackground in Orthopedic or Medical Device manufacturing or other regulated environmentsYour Background
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related discipline)Relevant experience in sourcing, supply chain engineering, or manufacturing-driven rolesAbility to work effectively in cross-functional and global team environmentsGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & RFQsCost control/ cost reduction/ cost avoidence. Good to have skills (Preferred):
ERP and PLM (SAP/ Oracle/ JDE / Windchill)DFSS (Design for Six Sigma)
Posted April 15, 2026
