Manager - Stores, Logistics & Indirect purchase

Manager - Stores, Logistics & Indirect purchase

As a Manager - Stores, Logistics & Indirect Purchase, your mission is to reduce Inventory variation / logistics cost. You will report to Head - Operations.

Job Description:

To manage end-to-end stores operations, logistics coordination, inventory control, and indirect procurement activities to ensure uninterrupted production, optimal inventory levels, timely dispatches, cost-effective procurement, and compliance with company procedures.

Responsibilities:

- Ensure proper receipt, inspection, storage, preservation, and issuance of materials. - Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting and periodic stock audits. - Ensure FIFO/FEFO implementation where applicable. - Improve storage utilization, material identification, and traceability. - Control OSMI (Obsolete, slow-moving, (non-moving) inventory. - Coordinate physical stock verification and reconciliation. - Lead all inbound and outbound material movements. - Coordinate with transporters, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers. - Monitor freight costs and identify logistics cost-reduction opportunities. - Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations for Indirect purchase items. - Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and service. - Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules. - Create and manage purchase orders. - Ensure timely closure of procurement requests. To succeed, you will need Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Commerce, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• MBA / PG Diploma in Supply Chain Management preferred.

Experience

• 15-20 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 10 years managing stores and logistics functions.
• Experience in indirect procurement and supplier management.
• Strong experience in ERP

Required CompetenciesTechnical Skills

• Inventory management
• Warehouse operations
• Logistics management
• Indirect sourcing and procurement
• Vendor management
• ERP systems
• MS Excel and data analysis

Behavioral Skills

• Leadership
• Negotiation
• Problem-solving
• Planning and organizing
• Cost consciousness
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Continuous improvement mindset

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

Option 1: On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Coimbatore, TN, India. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

HR contact

Talent Acquisition Team: Seetharam

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