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15 years of making India sourcing reliable.

We source and we manufacture — turning India’s manufacturing strength into reliable, on-time, on-cost supply for global OEMs and SMEs since 2010.

Company & story

Built on Experience. Driven by a Daughter’s Vision.

Every business has a beginning.
Ours began with a simple observation.

Back in 2010, Poonam Mishra’s father was working with Tata Motors. Being close to the automotive and manufacturing ecosystem, he saw something that many businesses struggled with — India had tremendous manufacturing capability, skilled people and strong suppliers, but finding the right supplier, at the right quality, at the right price, and at the right time was not always easy.

There was a gap between what businesses needed and what Indian manufacturing could offer.

He saw an opportunity to bridge that gap.

So, in 2010, he took the first step and started working in the domestic market, helping businesses source products and connect with reliable manufacturing partners.

There was no grand beginning.

Just industry experience, relationships, persistence and a belief that good manufacturing deserved better opportunities.

And then, the next chapter began.

Growing up around this business, Poonam Mishra witnessed that journey closely.
She saw the relationships her father built.
She understood the challenges manufacturers faced.
And, more importantly, she saw something bigger.

If Indian manufacturing could create value for businesses within India, why couldn't it create the same value for businesses across the world?

That question became a vision.

Poonam took the foundation her father had built and began looking beyond domestic markets. She started building international relationships, understanding global buyer expectations and creating a more structured approach to sourcing, manufacturing, quality and supply-chain management.

What began as a family business slowly evolved into something much bigger.

From a family’s experience to a global sourcing partner.

Today, under Poonam Mishra’s leadership as CEO, Catalyst Sourcing helps global businesses discover and work with capable Indian manufacturers — from supplier identification and product development to quality control, manufacturing coordination, logistics and delivery.

We don't simply connect a buyer with a supplier.
We become the bridge between them.

We understand what the customer wants.
We understand how Indian factories work.
We understand quality, cost, timelines and the realities of manufacturing.
And we bring these worlds together.

Our network has grown across India's major manufacturing ecosystems, while our approach has remained rooted in the same values with which the journey began: trust, transparency, relationships and doing the work properly.

A father's foundation. A daughter's vision.

For us, Catalyst Sourcing is more than a sourcing company.
It is a story of two generations.
A father who identified an opportunity and had the courage to start.
A daughter who saw the potential to take that vision beyond borders.
And a team that continues to build on that foundation every day.

From domestic sourcing to global partnerships.
From finding suppliers to managing the complete supply chain.
From a small beginning in 2010 to a global sourcing vision.
The journey continues.

Our belief

We believe the best business relationships are not built on transactions.
They are built on trust.

That is why we work as an extension of our clients' teams — understanding their requirements, working closely with manufacturing partners, maintaining quality and helping them navigate the complexities of sourcing from India.

Because when our clients grow, we grow with them.

Catalyst Sourcing
Connecting Global Businesses with India's Manufacturing Potential.
Company and Story

Our culture

People first

Our people are the key to our success. We value individuality and empower each person to grow along with the company.

Social responsibility

We employ and upskill local talent to improve livelihoods in the communities we grow within.

Working safely

A safe workplace and comprehensive healthcare for our team. Safety is never a second thought.

Vision, mission & values

What drives us, every day.

Vision

To build an organisation where professionals love to work, enjoy what they do and showcase their expertise at its best — and where global buyers find India effortless.

Mission

To make consulting, sourcing and contract-manufacturing services affordable, transparent and profitable for our clients.

Values

Honesty, integrity and ethical behaviour in everything we do — paired with a passion for practical, real-world solutions. We are responsible, down-to-earth and reliable, and we measure ourselves by the value we create for clients.

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See how our vision translates into real-world value for your supply chain.

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Leadership & team

The people behind your supply.

Catalyst is powered by a team of 35+ procurement, quality and manufacturing professionals — including an ISO 9001:2015 lead-auditor team — working across our five hubs. Meet the leaders who keep your projects on track.

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Poonam Mishra

Chief Executive Officer

Co-founded Catalyst Sourcing in 2010. Works alongside executive leadership directing success-oriented global procurement consulting, international supply chain execution, and cross-border manufacturing programs for OEMs and SMEs worldwide.

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ISO 9001:2015 lead auditors · engineers, quality inspectors, category managers and logistics specialists across Pune, Rajkot, Jamshedpur, Bangalore and Delhi NCR.

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Locations & footprint

Five strategic hubs, near every major port.

On-ground presence in India’s key manufacturing clusters means faster audits, lower travel cost and tighter control of your project.

Pune

Headquarters

India’s automobile hub. Corporate office and works units. Near Nhava Sheva Port and Bombay Air Cargo. Block C-39, Chinchwad MIDC, Pune 411019.

Rajkot

Works unit

Agricultural-equipment export cluster and works unit. Near Mundra Port.

Jamshedpur

Registered office

India’s largest iron and steel city. Near Kolkata sea port and airport.

Bangalore

Engineering hub

IT, defence and engineering hub. Near New Mangalore Port and Kempegowda International Airport.

Delhi NCR

Northern hub

The oldest industrial hub of the north. Near Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Overseas: understanding partners in Turkey, Vietnam and Thailand extend our reach beyond India when a project calls for it.

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Certifications & compliance

Quality you can verify.

Catalyst Sourcing is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, and our in-house team includes ISO 9001:2015 lead auditors for independent, third-party audits. All quality inspection follows recognised sampling standards — ISO 2859-1 / ANSI-ASQ Z1.4 — with defects graded minor, major or critical. Every engagement begins with an NDA, and we provide full material certificates, test reports and traceability with export-worthy documentation. Suppliers in our network must hold at least ISO 9001 certification before we issue any RFQ.

ISO 9001:2015 certified
In-house ISO lead auditors
ISO 2859-1 / ANSI Z1.4 sampling
NDA-first engagement

Evidence Over Assurances

Request our ISO certification and quality documentation to see our standards in action.

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Why India / fast facts

Why India is the world’s first preference.

India offers a compelling, viable alternative to other low-cost regions: a trillion-dollar manufacturing economy, a vast MSME base, a deep pool of skilled labour, economical raw materials, a wide network of ports — and widespread English usage that removes the communication barrier buyers face elsewhere. Backed by the “Make in India” momentum, it’s the smart base for your next sourcing strategy.

$1T+
Manufacturing economy
63M+
MSMEs
5th
Largest economy
EN
English-speaking workforce
Wide port network
Make in India
Government momentum
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Careers

Build a career making global manufacturing happen.

At Catalyst, professionals love to work, grow and showcase their expertise. We invest in our people, work safely, and grow our communities alongside the company. If you’re driven, curious and care about quality, we’d like to meet you.

Real ownership from day one

Cross-functional exposure to sourcing, quality & manufacturing

Structured growth and training

A safe, supportive workplace

Open roles

Senior Quality Engineer (Forgings & Castings)

Pune · Full-time

Lead on-ground factory audits, first-article inspection (FAI), and 8D/CAPA vendor resolution.

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Strategic Sourcing Category Lead

Bangalore · Full-time

Drive supplier identification, cost-breakdown analysis, and technical RFQ reviews for precision machined parts.

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Export Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist

Pune / Rajkot · Full-time

Manage multi-supplier consolidation, customs documentation, and door-to-door DAP international freight.

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Don’t see your role? Send your CV to info@catalyst-sourcing.com.

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