p/direct-materials

Direct Materials

Discussions on raw materials, components, and direct spend categories across manufacturing.

12 members

Discussions

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Steel price volatility — auto component buyers kaise hedge kar rahe ho?

HRC prices quarterly 8–12% swing kar rahe hain. Annual contracts ab almost meaningless lagte hain. Index-linked pricing clauses kisi ke kaam aa rahe hain auto supply chain mein?

V. Singh5 commentsSep 22, 2026

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Should category managers own supplier innovation workshops?

Engineering wants joint innovation sessions with Tier-1s. Procurement traditionally controls commercial dialogue. Are you co-owning these workshops or keeping them separate?

Riya C.3 commentsSep 2, 2026

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Natural rubber price swings — tyre industry hedging approaches

NR futures liquidity in India still limited compared to SGX. Physical contracts with quarterly resets vs blended formula — what is working for tyre and rubber goods buyers?

Varun S.4 commentsAug 28, 2026