Chief Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Title: Chief Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Location: Gurugram

Job Type: Full-time

Function: Engineering / Procurement & Supply Chain

Reports To: Head – Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Description

We are seeking a Chief Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain to oversee procurement operations, vendor management, and supply chain efficiency. The role involves developing strategic procurement plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing supplier performance, and leading the procurement team to meet organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with company objectives.
• Manage multiple projects and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead-time, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance, finance, and supply chain logistics teams for seamless operations.
• Negotiate with vendors to maximize value while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Lead, mentor, and optimize procurement team performance.
• Track procurement KPIs, PO cycle times, emergency purchases, and spend under management.
• Handle additional projects or responsibilities as assigned by leadership.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic procurement planning and vendor management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Project management and multi-tasking capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Regulatory compliance knowledge in procurement
• Time management and team leadership abilities
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement software
  
  

Key Performance Indicators

• Supplier performance (defect rate, lead time)
• Procurement process efficiency (PO cycle time, invoice accuracy, emergency purchases)
• Cost management (spend under management, price competitiveness)
• Compliance with regulatory requirements
  
  

Key Interfaces

Internal

• Head – Engineering Procurement: Monitor vendor pricing and procurement strategy
• Maintenance Team: Evaluate material requests for scheduled/unscheduled activities
• Supply Chain Logistics Team: Ensure effective movement of parts
• Finance: Ensure timely supplier payments
  
  

External

• Vendors / Suppliers: Negotiate lead-time, cost, and quality; manage vendor objectives
  
  

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 10–15 years of procurement and project management experience in an engineering environment
• Extensive knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and processes
• Desired: 15+ years experience with 8+ years in leadership, ERP systems, and aviation procurement experience
  
  

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