Role & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end Supply Chain, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Material Planning, Inventory and Logistics operations.
Develop and execute SCM strategies for UPS, Inverters, Transformers, Stabilizers, LV Drives, VFDs and Transmitters.
Drive strategic sourcing, supplier development, supplier qualification and alternate/dual-source development.
Lead sourcing of electrical and electronic components and manufacturing materials.
Drive cost reduction, VA/VE, localization, import substitution and should-cost initiatives.
Manage MRP, demand planning, S&OP;, material availability and inventory optimization.
Develop and maintain a solid supplier base with focus on quality, cost, delivery and supplier OTIF performance.
Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, commercial terms and long-term sourcing agreements.
Monitor and improve supplier performance, lead times,



material availability and supply continuity.
Drive reduction of excess & obsolete inventory, working capital and logistics costs.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, R&D;, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance and Sales for NPI and business requirements.
Establish SCM dashboards, KPIs and review mechanisms covering cost, inventory, OTIF, quality and material availability.
Lead and mentor the Procurement & Supply Chain team and manage strategic supplier relationships.
Ensure effective use of SAP/ERP, MRP and supply chain analytics for planning and decision-making.
Identify supply risks and implement contingency planning and business continuity strategies.

📌 Head Supply Chain Ups ,inverters Transformers ,lv Drives ,vfd Chennai
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