Project Manager, Supply Chain

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Supply Chain & Procurement (SCM Projects & Coordination)Location: Mumbai (Dadar)Experience Required: 4+ Years

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented professional to join our Supply Chain & Procurement (SCM) team as Assistant Manager – SCM Strategy & Projects. This role is designed for someone who thrives on project management, faster execution, and stakeholder alignment. You will play a critical role in driving procurement projects, coordinating across functions, and ensuring supply chain efficiency.

You will work closely with the Head – SCM and collaborate with multiple internal teams and external partners. This is a high-visibility role with exposure to strategic sourcing, vendor management, procurement planning, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management & Execution

• Lead and manage end-to-end SCM projects including sourcing, procurement, vendor development, and process optimization.

• Build structured project plans, track milestones, and ensure on-time delivery of initiatives.

• Anticipate risks, proactively resolve bottlenecks, and ensure faster execution with accountability.

• Maintain dashboards and trackers for project progress, timelines, and deliverables.

2. Stakeholder Management

• Act as a single point of contact between SCM and cross-functional teams (Production, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial).

• Drive alignment on project goals, ensuring smooth cross-departmental coordination.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, ensuring timely procurement and quality compliance.

• Manage escalations effectively and provide timely updates to leadership.

3. Procurement Operations & Vendor Management

• Oversee day-to-day procurement operations to ensure material and services availability.

• Support supplier evaluation, negotiations, and contract management.

• Monitor vendor performance, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.

4. Process Improvement & Strategy

• Identify recurring supply chain inefficiencies and suggest process improvements.

• Support cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality and reliability.

• Contribute to strategic procurement planning and long-term supplier development.

5. Data & Reporting

• Prepare regular MIS reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.

• Track procurement costs, supplier performance, and project outcomes for decision-making.

• Use data-driven insights to highlight risks, exceptions, and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Engineering / Commerce / Supply Chain / Operations. MBA or Diploma in Supply Chain/Procurement is a plus.

• 4+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or vendor management, preferably in project-driven roles.

• Proven expertise in project management and stakeholder management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient in Excel/Google Sheets.

• Exposure to ERP systems and procurement tools (SAP, Oracle, Zoho, etc.) is preferred.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills.

• High ownership mindset: proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact supply chain projects with direct visibility to leadership.

• Exposure to global suppliers and end-to-end SCM operations.

• Fast-paced environment where execution speed and ownership are valued.

• Be part of a collaborative and high-performance supply chain team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Do you have project management experience in Supply chain domain?
• Which project management tool have you used?
• How many years of experience do you have in managing Supply Chain Operations?
• How many years of experience do you have with Stakeholder management?
• Current CTC
• Expected CTC
• Notice Period/Last working day

Work Location: In person