Tcs Hiring For Team Lead - Strategic Sourcing

TCS Hiring for Team Lead - Sourcing

Role: Team Lead - Sourcing

Experience: 8 - 12 Years

Job Location: Hinjewadi, Pune

Shift Timing: 1 PM - 10 PM

Mandatory Requirements (How to Generate Your EPCN)

EPCN number is mandatory for interview eligibility.

Step 1: Visit: https://ibegin.tcs.com/iBegin/

Step 2: Click on Login

Step 3: Click on New User (Register with Us)

Step 4: Select "BPO" under Areas of Interest and complete the registration process

Step 5: Upon successful registration, a TCS EP Number will be generated
Format: EP2025XXXX

Step 6: You will receive the EP Number on your registered personal email ID

Eligibility

• Minimum 15 years of regular full-time education (10+2+3)
• Candidates must have a valid EP Number
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing

Skills

Must Have:

• Strategic Sourcing
• Spend Analytics
• RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ)
• Negotiation
• Contract Drafting & Management
• Strong Communication Skills

Good to Have:

• Team Management
• Analytical Skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Procurement Transformation

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Team Lead - Sourcing to lead procurement and sourcing operations while driving strategic value for the organization. The role is responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities including RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, commercial assessments, and contract finalization.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with organizational objectives, category plans, and cost-saving targets.
• Negotiate with suppliers on techno-commercial aspects to achieve the best value for the organization.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, demand consolidation, standardization, and value creation.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, innovation, and service excellence.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive corrective actions where required.
• Support contract negotiations and ensure commercial terms are aligned with business objectives and risk mitigation requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Legal, Quality, Engineering, and Business Units.
• Provide sourcing expertise and procurement guidance to support business requirements and project execution.
• Act as the escalation point for procurement-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Track procurement KPIs including savings, cycle time, supplier performance, compliance, and service levels.
• Prepare and present sourcing insights, dashboards, and management reports to senior leadership.
• Drive automation, digitization, and process transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and user experience.