Assistant Manager - Supply chain & Procurement

Since our founding, IDEMIA has been on a mission to unlock the world and make it safer through our cutting-edge identity technologies. Our technology leadership makes us the partner of choice for hundreds of governments and thousands of enterprises in over 180 countries, including some of the biggest and most influential brands in the world. In applying our unique expertise in biometrics and cryptography, we enable our clients to unlock simpler and safer ways to pay, connect, access, identify, travel and protect public places – at scale and in total security.

Our teams work from 5 continents and speak 100+ different languages. We strongly believe that our diversity is a key driver of innovation and performance.

About IDEMIA Public Security

We are dedicated to serving government and public security entities and, in so doing, IDEMIA is committed to the responsible use of technology for public safety. We develop cutting-edge biometrics technologies and identity verification systems that prioritize privacy, human rights and ensure fair and unbiased application. We are also committed to building an inclusive and diverse culture and our impact on sustainability. For example, in 2023, the Life Cycle Assessment for Vision Pass SP revealed a 38% energy reduction, attributed to its sustainable smart power-saving mode

Purpose

Job Location: IDEMIA plant at Noida NSEZ

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader - Procurement & Supply Chain to lead procurement, material planning, supplier management, and inventory operations. The role will ensure timely material availability, cost optimization, and efficient supply chain execution using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).

Key Responsibilities
•    Develop and execute procurement strategies for production and non-production materials.
•    Manage material planning and MRP execution in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
•    Lead supplier selection, negotiations, performance management, and risk mitigation.
•    Optimize inventory levels, improve inventory accuracy, and reduce excess stock.
•    Achieve procurement cost-saving targets and manage purchase price variance (PPV).
•    Maintain and validate Bill of Materials (BOM) in D365 in collaboration with Engineering and Production teams.
•    Ensure timely material availability by coordinating supplier deliveries and logistics.
•    Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through component sourcing and supply chain readiness.
•    Maintain procurement master data, purchasing transactions, and reporting in D365 while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
•    8-12 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and material planning within a manufacturing environment.
•    Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), MRP, BOM management, inventory control, and supplier management.
•    Excellent negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills