Head Supply Chain - An Engineering Solution Provider Manufacturing Co

Novus Talent Consultants Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Novus Talent Consultants Private Limited is seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain / GM Supply Chain Management to lead the end-to-end procurement, strategic sourcing, subcontracting and multi-plant supply chain operations from Hyderabad. This role reports to the COO and focuses on engineering, heavy manufacturing and related sectors.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in strategic procurement, component/machining sourcing, Make-or-Buy decisions, and managing multi-plant SCM in

Qualifications

• B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering is mandatory.
• MBA in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Logistics valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement, strategic sourcing, subcontracting and multi-plant supply chain operations.
• Develop vendor sourcing strategies and build a multi-source supplier network.
• Drive cost reduction, TCO, supplier development and commercial negotiations.
• Lead Make vs. Buy analysis for machining and critical components.
• Coordinate supply planning across multiple plants to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Drive S&OP, JIT, Lean inventory management and working-capital optimization.
• Lead supply chain, procurement, logistics and stores teams.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Multi-plant SCM

Cost optimization

Vendor development

Negotiation

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering

MBA in SCM/Operations/Logistics

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

Job description

An Engineering Solution Provider Manufacturing

Job Description: Head of Supply Chain

Position Overview

Position: Head of Supply Chain / GM Supply Chain Management

Location: Hyderabad

Reports To : Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Industry Focus: Engineering, Heavy Manufacturing, Electrical Steel Laminations

Core Commodities: Electrical Steel (CRNO/CRGO), Shafts, Rings, Forgings, & Fasteners

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Head of Supply Chain / GM Supply Chain to lead end-to-end procurement, strategic sourcing, subcontracting and multi-plant supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic procurement of CRNO/CRGO electrical steel and critical components such as shafts, rings, spacers, plates, fasteners & cleats.
• Develop domestic & global vendor sourcing strategies and build a reliable multi-source supplier network.
• Drive cost reduction, TCO, supplier development and commercial negotiations.
• Lead Make vs. Buy analysis for machining, stamping and critical components based on cost, capacity, quality and delivery.
• Manage subcontracting, tooling, capacity planning and external manufacturing partnerships.
• Coordinate supply planning across multiple manufacturing plants to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Drive S&OP, JIT, Lean inventory management and working-capital optimization.
• Lead supply chain, procurement, logistics and stores teams.
• Strengthen SAP/Oracle ERP, supply-chain visibility, MIS and digital processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality, statutory, import/export and supplier governance requirements.

Ideal Candidate

Candidates with strong experience in Strategic Procurement + Component/Machining Sourcing + Make-or-Buy + Multi-Plant Supply Chain, preferably from electrical steel, laminations, engineering, automotive components or heavy manufacturing industries.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Education: B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering is mandatory. A Post-Graduate Degree/MBA in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Logistics from a premier institute is highly valued.
• Experience Required: 15 to 20 years of core manufacturing supply chain experience, with at least 5 years' operating at a Senior Manager or Head of Department level.
• Technical Domain Knowledge:
  • Prior background in stamping units, lamination manufacturing, transformer/motor core industries, or heavy precision machining is mandatory.
  • Direct experience in technical sourcing of forgings, steel bars, shafts, and industrial rings.
  • Strong capability to interpret complex engineering schematics, metallurgical properties, and precision tolerances.
• Core Competencies: Advanced negotiation skills, financial modeling for capital decisions, risk mitigation planning, and cross-functional leadership.