Program Manager - Supply Chain and Procurement Operations

Google India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Google India Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru is seeking a Program Manager to oversee and execute supply chain and procurement operations. Your responsibility includes managing multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement processes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, with 2+ years in project management, and experience in supply chain management. Proven skills in data analytics and negotiation are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience interacting with technical and non-technical groups.
• Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute processes for timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning root-cause analysis.
• Lead sourcing and escalation activities with suppliers.

Skills

Supply chain management

Project management

Data analytics

Cost negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA or Master's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SQL

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Program Manager, Supply Chain, Procurement Operations, Global Manufacturing Operations

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 2 years of experience in program or project management. Experience in supply chain management, procurement, cost negotiations, MRP investigations and data analytics.

Preferred qualifications: MBA or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related disciplines, with a focus on supply chain management. Experience with sheets/spreadsheet software, SQL, and scripting. Experience in forecasting/planning/supply chain and implementing process improvements. Experience interacting with technical and non-technical groups, spanning all organizational levels. Excellent investigative and problem‑solving skills. Passion for automation and process improvements.

About the job

As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi‑disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross‑functional partners across the company. Your projects often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It’s your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute processes for timely, cost‑effective procurement while working with partners and internal cross‑functional teams.
• Build and conceptualize capabilities on spend analytics, leveraging advanced data analytics to drive executive alignment and operational efficiency.
• Drive cost productivity improvements through price negotiations, secondary sourcing, and procurement process improvements.
• Lead sourcing and escalation activities with suppliers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for price, lead‑time, or shortage issues.
• Drive timely Request for Quotation (RFQ), release of orders, material delivery to hub, root cause analysis for late deliveries, and invoice resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning root‑cause analysis and Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) investigation.
• Ensure improvement in material delivery metrics, past due orders, shortage management, invoicing, and supplier management.
• Execute cross‑functional program management required for supplier setup and procurement execution with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience Level: Mid Level