Head of Supply Chain Management

Manikaran Power Limited; Delhi; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Manikaran Power Limited is seeking an SCM Head to lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for the BESS BOM, including cells, BMS, and associated components. You will manage China-based supplier relationships and drive indigenization to develop Indian suppliers at pace.

The role covers logistics, cost optimization, and cross-functional alignment with Design, Quality, and Production. Candidates should bring deep experience in EV/BESS sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and a track

Qualifications

• B.Tech in any discipline mandatory.
• 20+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Minimum 5 years specifically in BESS or EV-related sourcing.
• Demonstrated experience with Chinese suppliers and import logistics.
• Proven track record of indigenizing suppliers/components.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for BOM parts (cells, BMS, electrical, mechanical, and electronic components).
• Lead RFQ/RFPs and techno-commercial evaluations, shortlisting, and negotiation.
• Build category sourcing strategies balancing cost, quality, lead time and risk.
• Negotiate, contract, and manage long-term supply agreements with key suppliers.
• Develop domestic supplier bases and lead indigenization across BOM categories.
• Collaborate with Design and Quality teams to qualify indigenized components.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Vendor Management

Negotiation

Indigenization

BESS/EV BOM

Cross-functional

Logistics

Education

B.Tech

Job description

The SCM Head will own strategic sourcing and procurement for the BESS container assembly plant – covering cells, BMS, and the full BOM. The role is responsible for building a resilient, cost-competitive supply base, managing established China-based supplier relationships, and driving a structured indigenization strategy to develop capable Indian suppliers over time.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Own end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for the BESS Bill of Material parts (BOM) – cells, BMS, electrical, mechanical, and electronic components.
• Float RFQs/RFPs and conduct techno-commercial evaluations of supplier bids before shortlisting and negotiation.
• Build category sourcing strategies (single/dual/multi-source) balancing cost, quality, lead time, and supply risk.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracting, and long-term supply agreements with key suppliers.
• Manage and grow relationships with China-based cell, BMS, and component suppliers, including commercial terms, quality agreements, and delivery performance.
• Navigate import logistics and documentation – International Commercial Terms, LC/TT/CIF/FOB/DDP terms, invoice/packing list/ documentation, customs/duty structures – coordinating with freight forwarders and inspection agencies for China-sourced BOM.
• Drive a structured indigenization roadmap to develop capable Indian suppliers for BOM categories currently sourced from China, in line with Make in India.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop domestic suppliers/vendors – technical capability assessment, quality system readiness, and cost competitiveness.
• Work with Design and Quality teams to qualify indigenized components without compromising performance or certification requirements.

BOM & Cross-functional Alignment

• Maintain mandatory, working-level knowledge of BESS/EV BOM – cell, BMS, PCS, and supporting electrical/mechanical components – to source effectively and evaluate alternatives.
• Partner with the Design team on BOM finalization, component specifications, and approved vendor lists.
• Align sourcing plans with production planning/scheduling to ensure material availability without excess inventory.

Logistics & Material Management

• Own end-to-end logistics planning – inbound freight (sea/air), customs clearance, warehousing, and last-mile delivery to the assembly line – for both domestic and China-sourced shipments.
• Own material management – store operations, inventory accuracy, kitting, and line-side material availability – in coordination with Production and Planning.
• Optimize logistics cost and lead time across freight modes and routes, balancing cost against production continuity needs.
• Manage claims related to shipment delays, shortages, and transit damage with logistics partners, insurers, and suppliers.

Cost, Risk & Inventory Management

• Drive cost reduction and total cost of ownership improvement across the supply base through negotiation, indigenization, and process efficiency.
• Own inventory and working capital targets for purchased materials, balancing availability against carrying cost.
• Build supply risk mitigation plans (dual sourcing, buffer stock, alternate logistics routes) for critical/sole-source items.
• Track and report standard procurement KPIs – cost savings, on-time delivery, vendor diversification, and procurement cycle time – to leadership.

Team & Governance

• Build and lead the procurement/SCM team, setting sourcing standards, approval workflows, and vendor governance processes.
• Ensure procurement practices comply with company policy, statutory requirements, and audit/documentation standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B.Tech in any discipline – mandatory.
• 20+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with at least 5 years specifically in BESS or EV-related sourcing.
• Demonstrated experience working with Chinese suppliers/companies – negotiation, quality management, and import logistics.
• Proven track record of indigenizing suppliers/components previously sourced from China or other overseas markets.
• Mandatory knowledge of BESS or EV-related BOM – cells, BMS, PCS, EMS and associated electrical/mechanical components.
• Strong expertise in logistics, SCM, and material management – inbound/outbound logistics, customs, warehousing, and store/inventory operations.
• Strong technical capability to evaluate component specifications, engage in technical discussions with suppliers and the Design team, and assess alternate sourcing/indigenization options.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with experience in long-term supply agreements and contract management.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with Design, Quality, and Production teams on sourcing decisions.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience sourcing for a Greenfield or ramping manufacturing plant.
• Familiarity with Make in India localization requirements for BESS or EV components.
• Involvement in bidding/tendering for BESS solutions (cost estimation, vendor inputs for proposals) is an added advantage.
• Structured, data-driven approach to sourcing decisions with strong reporting discipline to leadership.