Position: Assistant Manager/ Manager – Supply Chain (Procurement)

Responsible to: Manager/ Senior Manager – Supply Chain

Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

A. Overview of the position

The Assistant Manager/ Manager – Supply Chain will be responsible for carrying out specific supply chain activities for the manufacturing unit. He/ She will be responsible for the activities of supply chain, as delegated by the Senior Manager – Supply Chain and coordinate at the tactical and operational levels, with the other functions of the Group.

B. Qualification

o Primary: Bachelor of Commerce

o Additional (preferred): Diploma in Logistics/ Supply Chain

C. Experience and Skills

o A minimum of 5 years of experience in handling procurement activities for a manufacturing organization is required for the position.

o Experience in the Railways sector would be preferred, though not mandatory.

o Positive knowledge and understanding of the supply chain processes – especially procurement, vendor management and logistics operations.

o Hands-on experience of working in an ERP environment, with respect to supply chain activities.

o Strong strategic, problem solving, analytical, organizational and inter personal skills.

o Negotiation skills and understanding of commercial terms, such as operation

of bank guarantee and letter of credit, customs duty and logistics, etc.

o Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, database management and other tools,

with advanced skills in MS Excel, for analytics and reporting.

o Commitment to work with leadership and cross-functional teams.

o Strong oral and written communications skills.

o Openness to travel,



to meet internal and external business demands.

D. Working Relationship

The position shall report to the Manager/ Senior Manager – Supply Chain and serve as a member of the middle level management team. It also has working relationship with other cross-functional teams.

E. Key Responsibilities

o Assist in operationalizing the supply chain strategies of the assigned business unit, under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Manager – Supply Chain.

o Collaborate with production teams to determine requirements accurately, and plan procurement activities, accordingly.

o Identify and assess potential local suppliers for components, tools, fabrication services, and other essential material for the manufacturing unit. Ensure they meet the company’s quality, pricing, and delivery standards.

o Build and maintain strong relationships with reliable suppliers to ensure consistency and flexibility in the supply chain. Develop preferred supplier lists based on past performance.

o Negotiate favorable terms, contracts, and pricing with suppliers. Regularly review contracts to update terms as needed.

o Continuously look for cost-saving opportunities, such as bulk buying or discount negotiations, without compromising quality. Conduct cost-benefit analyses for major procurement decisions.





o Balance inventory levels to avoid shortages and minimize excess stock, thereby reducing holding costs and ensuring timely production.

o Ensure timely delivery of components and services by monitoring lead times, coordinating closely with suppliers, and adjusting procurement plans, as needed.

o Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the procurement process, ensuring consistent and productive practices across the unit.

o Analyze risks associated with suppliers and maintain alternative suppliers for critical items.

o Regularly communicate procurement status, potential issues, and insights with management and other functions.

F. Other Responsibilities

o Coordinate and collaborate with other functional departments, to facilitate meeting of business objectives;

o Support and ensure implementation of initiatives taken by the management;

o Ensure the function’s adherence to PIA’s policies and procedures, including timely update of various Trackers and database;

o Ensure that the department’s operational costs are controlled and minimized, for effective utilization of the Company’s resources;

o Ensure that the Company’s properties and assets are safeguarded;

o Ensure maintenance of workplace health and safety requirements.

Pay: Up to ₹750,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

- Do you have at least 5 years exposure with the Railways or Heave Equipment Manufacturing or Automobile Sector?

Work Location: In person

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