The Supply Chain Lead /Manager is responsible for managing optimizing and overseeing the complete end-to-end supply chain operations. This includes strategic sourcing supplier management procurement logistics distribution and inventory control. The role ensures timely cost-effective and high-quality acquisition of materials and services while maintaining compliance with internal standards and global best practices.
This position plays a critical role in supplier development cost control product development support and risk mitigation especially within the automotive upstream accessories and product development sector.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Planning & Supply Chain Optimization
- Develop and implement robust supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Identify process bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and report supply chain KPIs to improve efficiency and operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements.
2. Procurement & Vendor Management
- Identify evaluate and onboard suppliers; maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Lead strategic sourcing negotiations and contract management.
- Ensure timely procurement of quality materials at optimal cost.
- Monitor supplier SLAs performance compliance standards and corrective actions.
- Lead supplier development initiatives including China- Asia- India and Europe-based vendors and conduct comprehensive factory audits to ensure capability quality and compliance.
- Responsible for overseas supply and developing new suppliers well in time for existing business and new business.
- Expanding the supplier profile at overseas markets and bringing suppliers with faster development at right cost.
- Ensures the suppliers are capable of meeting organizations requirements of cost quality delivery & service.
3. Logistics & Distribution
- Manage inbound/outbound logistics warehousing transportation and distribution operations.
- Optimize shipping routes transportation methods delivery timelines and logistics costs.
- Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of materials and finished products.
- Responsible for demand management and sales forecasting.
- Responsible for supplier production schedules.
- Responsible for on-time customer delivery.
- Responsible for inbound & outbound freight.
4. Inventory Management & Material Audit
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock without overstocking.
- Implement inventory control systems such as FIFO JIT and demand forecasting.
- Coordinate and oversee material audits ensuring accuracy of stock records material movement and reconciliation.
- Conduct periodic and surprise material audits to identify discrepancies and enforce corrective actions.
- Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle audits to maintain high stock integrity and compliance.
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability of all materials used in projects and production.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering Design SCM Sales Finance Quality R&D and Production teams.
- Support product development teams in sourcing materials and managing supply risks.
- Address customer concerns related to delays shortages or product availability.
- Maintain comprehensive supply chain documentation reports and records.
6. Compliance Governance & Risk Management
- Ensure all supply chain activities comply with laws regulations and safety standards.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (operational financial geopolitical).
- Develop and implement contingency plans for supply disruptions.
- Responsible for supplier rating to ensure access to supplier for all quality-related requirements.
7. Reporting & Budgeting
- Prepare supply chain budgets forecasts and cost analyses.
- Monitor actual vs. planned financial performance and initiate corrective actions.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Mechanical Engineer Electronics Engineering Logistics Masters degree preferred
- Proven experience as a Head of Supply Chain or Supply Chain Manager within OEM automotive product development / accessory divisions (e.g. Ford Nissan Toyota Suzuki Stellantis).
- Strong SCM & Procurement background particularly in automotive components tooling and manufacturing processes.
- Extensive experience managing supply chain operations across China Asia Europe and India including supplier development factory audits supplier visits and commercial negotiations. (Direct dealing /travelling in China Asia Europe and India Suppliers )
- Strong contract negotiation capabilities and proven success in managing vendor performance.
- Deep understanding of logistics operations inventory management and production planning/coordination.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data monitor KPIs and drive process improvements.
- Excellent communication leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to identify mitigate and manage supply chain risks in fast-paced and complex environments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data monitor KPIs and drive process improvements.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to identify and mitigate supply chain risks and manage complex logistics operations.
- Knowledge of product development engineering in the automotive sector to support product development initiatives
Key Skills Fitness,AXA,Council,Cleaning,Data Analysis
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 18000 - 25000