Assistant Manager -Supply Chain Management

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Manage procurement of raw materials, components, assemblies, consumables, and capital equipment.
• Float RFQs, evaluate quotations, prepare comparative statements, and conduct commercial negotiations.
• Strong experience in Manufacturing activities like Fabrication, welding, machining, laser cutting, bending, painting, Hydraulics, imports, bought oughts, CAPEX, etc in the fields of medium and heavy fabrication, project industry, sheet metal industry
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and defence industry regulations.
• Develop sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Support localization and indigenization initiatives.

2. Vendor Development & Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and audits.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPI reviews.
• Resolve supply disruptions and quality-related issues.
• Establish long-term strategic supplier partnerships.

3. Material Planning & Inventory Control

• Coordinate with Production Planning and Project teams for material requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimum stock levels.
• Control slow-moving, non-moving, and obsolete inventory.
• Ensure timely MRP execution and replenishment planning.

4. Logistics & Warehouse Coordination

• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities.
• Monitor transportation performance and logistics costs.
• Ensure proper storage, preservation, and traceability of defence materials.
• Support warehouse operations and inventory audits.

5. Defence Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with defence procurement procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, certifications, and vendor documentation.
• Support internal, customer, statutory, and defence audits.
• Ensure adherence to Make in India, DGQA, DRDO, OFB, DPSU, and customer-specific requirements where applicable.

6. Contract & Commercial Management

• Review commercial terms and conditions.
• Monitor purchase order execution and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with Finance for invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Ensure closure of deviations, claims, and contractual disputes.

7. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Projects, Finance, and Stores teams.
• Track critical components and expedite deliveries.
• Participate in project review meetings and support milestone achievement.

Behavioral Skills

• Communication Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Team Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Ownership & Accountability