Head Supply Chain Management

Department: SCM

Reports To: Vice President Manufacturing & Operations

Job Summary:

The Head Supply Chain Management will oversee procurement, inventory management, and store operations for the organization. The ideal candidate will ensure cost-effective purchasing, vendor management, efficient inventory control, and timely material availability to support production and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for sourcing engines, alternators, sheet metal, silencers, acoustic insulation materials, and other key components.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish long-term supplier relationships and explore alternative sourcing options to mitigate risks.
• Ensure procurement compliance with CPCB, ISO 9001, and environmental regulations.

2. Inventory & Stores Management

• Oversee receipt, storage, and issuance of materials, ensuring proper documentation and stock accuracy.
• Implement FIFO (First In, First Out), JIT (Just-In-Time), and lean inventory management techniques to optimize stock levels.
• Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels, preventing shortages and overstocking.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products.

3. Cost Control & Budgeting

• Monitor procurement costs, negotiate contracts, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Develop and maintain purchase budgets, price forecasts, and cost analysis reports.
• Work with finance teams to manage purchase orders, payments, and vendor invoicing.

4. Coordination with Production & Logistics

• Ensure on-time material availability to support production schedules and avoid delays.
• Collaborate with the logistics and warehouse teams to streamline inward and outward material flow.
• Maintain a well-organized store layout, ensuring fast and efficient retrieval of materials.

5. ERP & Process Optimization

• Implement and manage ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) for procurement and inventory tracking.
• Optimize procurement and store processes through automation and data-driven decision-making.
• Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation to maintain inventory accuracy.

6. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and legal regulations in procurement and store management.
• Implement best practices in warehouse safety, fire prevention, and material handling.

7. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and manage a team of purchase officers, storekeepers, and inventory controllers.
• Coordinate with production, quality, finance, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

Additional information for external hiring

Location: Bengaluru

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in procurement, inventory control, or store management, preferably in genset and acoustic manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, vendor management, and cost optimization strategies.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar) for purchase and inventory management.
• Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, and logistics coordination.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of CPCB, ISO 9001, and OSHA regulations related to materials and procurement.
• Familiarity with import/export documentation and global sourcing strategies.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Kaizen, and Six Sigma for inventory optimization.