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Strong employer brand increases interest, but defense-specific regulatory, clearance and language requirements narrow qualified applicants.
Defense focus, export controls knowledge, clearance needs, and India supplier networks make the role poorly transferable across industries.
Hard filters: 8+ years, defense sourcing experience, regulatory expertise, clearance eligibility, Hindi fluency, and supplier network requirements.
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Lead development of supplier relationships and strategic partnerships in India to support market entry and growth expansion.
Own strategic sourcing activities including supplier selection, qualification, onboarding, and multi-tier supply chain risk management for Indian suppliers.
Serve as primary liaison between US and Indian teams, providing regulatory compliance guidance, supplier performance management, and support for rapid scaling in complex regulatory environments.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
8+ years experience in strategic sourcing or procurement focused on contract manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or advanced technology industries.
Proficiency in English and Hindi with experience managing complex manufacturing agreements with Indian suppliers.
Regulatory expertise in Indian compliance (FEFTA, export controls, dual-use technology regulations) and willingness to travel 30–40% including international.
Experienced in managing complex supplier relationships and negotiations in India with strong understanding of Indian business culture.
Capable of operating at the intersection of growth, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk management in defense or advanced technology sectors.
Skilled in cross-cultural communication, multi-tier supply chain visibility, and working across international timezones with US partners.