Purchase head

Lesgroup; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Manager for Supply Chain Management to lead and optimize the end-to-end supply chain function. Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supplier relationship management. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in supply chain roles, including leadership experience, preferably in engineering environments. This role offers the opportunity to support complex engineering projects while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in supply chain roles, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in engineering services, EPC, or industrial projects is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials.
• Oversee procurement planning based on project requirements and engineering BOMs.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Master's/MBA

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Supply chain analytics tools

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Job Details

Job Id: SCM-002

Country: India

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Work Location: Banglore

Domain: SCM

Work Preference: ONSITE

Deadline: 2025-09-30

Job Description

Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management

Department: Supply Chain / Procurement

Reports To: Director

Location: Bengaluru

Experience Required: 10+ years in supply chain/procurement/logistics, preferably in engineering or project-based environments

Job Summary

The Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain function, including strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationship management. This role supports complex engineering projects and ensures the timely and cost-effective availability of materials and services in alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors and subcontractors.
• Negotiate long-term contracts, pricing, and terms to optimize value.

Supply Chain Operations:

• Oversee procurement planning based on project requirements and engineering BOMs.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to project sites and engineering teams.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineering teams to forecast demand accurately.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics (domestic and international).
• Oversee warehousing and inventory control systems.
• Optimize transportation and reduce lead times and costs.
• Develop strong supplier relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Resolve supplier-related issues and ensure continuous improvement.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and diversified sourcing.
• Enforce internal procurement and ethical standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain professionals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Master’s/MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in supply chain roles, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in engineering services, EPC, or industrial projects is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and supply chain analytics tools.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.