Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
The Sourcing Engineer sources and procures direct materials, components, and manufacturing services to support new product development requirements. You will focus on supplier development, cost optimization, localization, supplier performance, and ensuring material availability while maintaining quality, delivery, and compliance with company standards.
As a Sourcing Engineer, you will be part of the Procurement team, reporting to the Sourcing Manager and follow a onsite working schedule in India Kancheepuram.
What you'll do
Source and procure direct materials, components, and manufacturing services.
Evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and technical capability.
Prepare RFQs, evaluate quotations, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
Support new product development (NPD), supplier selection, tooling, and PPAP activities.
Promote supplier localization and cost reduction programmes.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality and delivery issues.
Support global sourcing activities and ensure material availability.
Maintain procurement records and ERP/SAP data while ensuring compliance with company policies.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Production Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
6–8 years of experience in procurement, or supplier development within a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on Expertise in supplier sourcing, RFQ management, cost analysis, and commercial negotiations.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, PPAP, and APQP.
Proficiency in ERP/SAP.
Nice to have
Expertise in sourcing sheet metal, fabricated, machined, electrical, and plastic components.
Exposure to global sourcing and international supplier management.
Knowledge of localization, value engineering, supplier audits, and Lean Manufacturing.
Familiarity with digital procurement tools and supplier performance management.
Negotiation and communication.
Collaboration and partner management.
Goal-oriented towards cost, and delivery.
Continuous improvement mindset and accountability.
Commitment to ethical sourcing and supplier development.
What We Offer:
Our benefits package includes …
Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
Employee Assistance Program
Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
On-demand digital course library for professional development
... and other local benefits!
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.