SCM Head

Role Purpose

The SCM Head will be responsible for leading end-to-end Supply Chain operations including strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor development, inventory management, consignment management supplier relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Strategy

- Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with organizational growth objectives.
- Lead end-to-end supply chain operations covering sourcing, procurement, planning, inventory, logistics, and supplier management.
- Optimize supply chain costs while ensuring on-time availability of materials.

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Development

- Lead sourcing activities for 2,000+ components and manufactured parts.
- Identify, evaluate, develop, and onboard new suppliers globally.
- Build alternate source strategies to minimize supply risks.
- Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments.
- Drive localization and global sourcing initiatives.

Procurement Management

- Manage procurement of production materials from approved/fixed vendors.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and service agreements.
- Ensure timely purchase order execution and supplier performance monitoring.
- Monitor supplier delivery commitments and quality performance.

Manufacturing Component Sourcing

- Robust understanding of:
- VMC




- Sheet Metal

- Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams for technical sourcing requirements.

Team Leadership

- Lead and develop a team of approximately 25 supply chain professionals covering sourcing, procurement, planning, and vendor management.
- Establish performance metrics and succession plans.
- Mentor and build high-performing teams.

Cost Optimization

- Drive annual cost-saving initiatives through:
- Value Engineering
- Alternate Material Sourcing
- Supplier Consolidation
- Global Procurement Strategies
- Long-term Contract Negotiations

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Production/Industrial preferred).
- MBA/PGDM in Operations or Supply Chain Management preferred.

Experience

- 15+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Strategic Sourcing.
- Minimum 5+ years in a leadership role managing large sourcing and procurement functions.
- Experience managing sourcing of 2,000+ components.
- Strong exposure to Global Supplier Networks.
- Experience in Engineering, Industrial Equipment, Automation, Electronics Manufacturing, Automotive, or Capital Equipment industries preferred.

📌 SCM Head (Chennai)
🏢 Anora Semiconductor Labs
📍 Chennai