Supply Chain Management Manager - Operations

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) is seeking a Supply Chain Manager – Operations to support the group’s strategic goals by ensuring uninterrupted delivery of goods and services for vessels and shore teams. You will drive efficiency, transparency, and value creation across procurement and supply chain while strengthening vendor relationships.

The role requires a mariner background with sea-going experience, a bachelor’s in SCM or related field, and professional procurement certifications.

Qualifications

• Mariner background with sea-going experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) preferred.
• Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, and supply chain operations.
• Strong background in compliance, auditing, and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Support supply chain delivery with transparency and compliant standards.
• Establish and review procurement procedures and manuals.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and enforce policy compliance.
• Coordinate vendor performance evaluations and contract usage.
• Consolidate survey data to drive improvements.
• Maintain supplier base and review contracts.
• Strengthen vendor database with monitoring and dispute resolution.
• Review procurement policies to prevent grey market sourcing.
• Facilitate communication between buying, fleet, logistics, and admin.
• Analyze supply chain data to prepare intelligence reports.
• Optimize logistics for delivery to warehouses and vessels.
• Manage procurement catalog and item master data.
• Conduct vendor audits and support audits with data.
• Onboard new suppliers and update supplier information.
• Resolve disputes fairly between vendors and stakeholders.
• Support training for staff, vendors, and seafarers.

Skills

Analytical

Relationship management

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Business Admin / Related field

Job description

Supply Chain Manager – Operations at BSM, you will be responsible for supporting and enhancing the Group’s strategic goals by ensuring uninterrupted delivery of goods and services, maintaining compliance with global standards, and strengthening the connection between ship and shore operations. This role is pivotal in driving efficiency, transparency, and value creation across procurement and supply chain functions, while fostering strong vendor relationships and optimizing operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support supply chain delivery by ensuring uninterrupted flow of goods and services with transparency and adherence to compliance standards.

• Establish and review procedures by assisting in the development and regular updates of procurement manuals and processes.

• Monitor procurement KPIs and ensure compliance with policies, escalating non-compliance for corrective action.

• Coordinate vendor performance evaluations, pricing feedback, and recommend approved vendors based on contract usage and turnover analysis.

• Consolidate survey data from customer satisfaction and supplier evaluations to drive improvement initiatives.

• Maintain supplier base by building strong relationships, reviewing contracts, and collaborating with suppliers for knowledge sharing and inventory optimization.

• Strengthen vendor database through systematic monitoring, dispute resolution, and blacklisting management.

• Review procurement policies to recommend improvements and prevent grey market sourcing.

• Facilitate communication between buying, fleet, logistics, and administration teams to ensure uniform processes and budget alignment.

• Analyze supply chain data including vendor databases, contracts, spend patterns, and budget variances to prepare intelligence reports.

• Optimize logistics for efficient consolidation and delivery of goods to warehouses and vessels.

• Manage procurement catalog by maintaining item master data and vendor information accurately.

• Conduct vendor audits and support audit requirements with consolidated data.

• Onboard new suppliers and ensure timely updates of supplier information.

• Resolve disputes fairly between vendors, clients, and stakeholders.

• Support training initiatives for staff, vendors, and seafarers to enhance awareness of tools, processes, and best practices.

• Promote supplier engagement through meetings, timely responses, and risk mitigation.

• Contribute to system enhancements and group-wide projects for continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Mandatory requirement: mariner background with sea-going experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.

• Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) preferred.

• Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, and supply chain operations.

• Strong background in compliance, auditing, and performance monitoring.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical skills for data consolidation, reporting, and decision support.

• Relationship management to build trust and collaboration with suppliers and stakeholders.

• Problem-solving to resolve disputes and mitigate risks effectively.

• Communication skills for clear coordination across teams and external partners.

• Strategic thinking to align procurement initiatives with organizational goals.

• Adaptability to support continuous improvement and system enhancements.

• Integrity and professionalism in maintaining ethical standards and compliance.

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

• On-the-job training.

• First-hand exposure to the growing maritime technological industry.

• Diverse workforce.

• Technology-driven company.

• Be a part of the ever-growing Schulte group family!