Manager Sr Manager supply chain -sourcing

Tube Investments of India Limited (TII); Rajkot; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tube Investments of India Limited in Rajkot is seeking a seasoned Sourcing & Procurement professional to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, identify reliable suppliers, and manage material supplies for MTO requirements. The role involves optimizing inventory, negotiating contracts, and closely monitoring supplier performance to ensure continuity and value.

You will analyze procurement spend, collaborate with Finance, Operations, Planning, Quality, and Logistics to align activities

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors based on quality, cost, delivery, capacity, and capability.
• Manage material supplies based on MTO (Make-to-Order) requirements to ensure timely availability of materials while minimizing excess inventory.
• Manage plant inventory levels and maximize the use of VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) to improve material availability and optimize working capital.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times, and commercial agreements to secure the best value and achieve cost savings.
• Manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, supplier commitments, and contract compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness, and service levels, and drive corrective and continuous improvement actions.
• Analyze procurement spend, prepare procurement performance metrics and MIS reports, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value optimization.
• Assess supplier and supply-chain risks and develop mitigation and contingency plans to minimize supply disruptions.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long‑term supply continuity and business support.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Production, Planning, Quality, and Logistics teams to align procurement activities with business requirements.
• Drive supplier development, alternate sourcing, localization, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, processes, quality standards, and commercial requirements.

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities Sourcing & Procurement

• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with overall business objectives and operational requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors based on quality, cost, delivery, capacity, and capability.
• Manage material supplies based on MTO (Make-to-Order) requirements to ensure timely availability of materials while minimizing excess inventory.
• Manage plant inventory levels and maximize the use of VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) to improve material availability and optimize working capital.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times, and commercial agreements to secure the best value and achieve cost savings.
• Manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, supplier commitments, and contract compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness, and service levels, and drive corrective and continuous improvement actions.
• Analyze procurement spend, prepare procurement performance metrics and MIS reports, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value optimization.
• Assess supplier and supply-chain risks and develop mitigation and contingency plans to minimize supply disruptions.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long‑term supply continuity and business support.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Production, Planning, Quality, and Logistics teams to align procurement activities with business requirements.
• Drive supplier development, alternate sourcing, localization, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, processes, quality standards, and commercial requirements.