Role: SCM Lead Procurement, Logistics & Stores (Chemical Plants)

Role Overview

The SCM Manager will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement, overseas logistics, and store operations for chemical manufacturing plants. The role focuses on ensuring uninterrupted supply of raw materials, effective import/export logistics, optimized inventory management, and cost-effective procurement while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement (Capex + Opex – Chemical Industry Focus)
- Manage procurement of raw materials, chemicals, solvents, catalysts, and packaging materials
- Handle sourcing of engineering items (pipes, valves, pumps, fabrication, instrumentation, etc.)
- Develop and execute category-wise sourcing strategies
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard domestic and international suppliers
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to ensure cost efficiency and reliability
- Ensure timely availability of critical materials to avoid plant downtime
- Drive Annual Rate Contracts (ARC) and long-term supplier agreements

2.



Overseas Logistics & Import-Export Management
- Manage end-to-end international logistics, including imports of raw materials and exports of finished goods
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHA (Custom House Agents), and shipping lines
- Ensure compliance with customs regulations, DGFT norms, hazardous chemical handling, and documentation (LCs, BOE, BL, COO, etc.)
- Optimize freight costs, shipment timelines, and container utilization
- Handle Incoterms negotiation (FOB, CIF, CFR, etc.)
- Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks (delays, port congestion, regulatory issues)

3. Store & Inventory Management
- Oversee plant store operations, including inward/outward material flow
- Maintain optimum inventory levels for RM, WIP, consumables, and spares
- Implement inventory control systems (FIFO, FEFO for chemicals)
- Ensure accurate material accounting, stock audits, and reconciliation
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