BOM Procurement Specialist

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About The Business

Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.

Role Overview

As a BOM Procurement Specialist at Tata Electronics, you will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials to support our cutting-edge electronics manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and stakeholders to manage procurement processes, optimize inventory, and drive cost efficiencies while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment and make a meaningful impact on our global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Promote a safe work environment by addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Actively engage in Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) events and initiatives.

Quality

• Drive quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely resolution of Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA), Return to Vendor (RTV), scrap, and other supplier/customer concerns.
• Resolve Rejected Delivery Reports (RDR) on time.
• Participate in lean procurement process improvement projects.

Delivery

• Prevent production line stoppages through effective material planning.
• Confirm Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and ensure on-time release by Production Material Control (PMC).
• Update purchase order (PO) past due dates in SAP to avoid delays before MRP runs.
• Manage vendor relationships:
• Share forecasts and prepare POs based on MRP demand.
• Secure order acknowledgments and monitor supply commitments, open orders, and shipment trackers for on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors for pull-in requests, confirm Estimated Time of Departure/Arrival (ETD/ETA), and manage PO push-outs or cancellations to optimize inventory.
• Obtain weekly Statements of Account (SOA) and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Monitor vendor performance and maintain scorecards.
• Update shortage reports, supply plans, and receipt quantities in the Commit-to-Buy (CTB) process.
• Implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and escalate risks or issues as needed.
• Attend customer and internal meetings, escalating concerns to appropriate levels.
• Ensure compliance with defined tools and processes by internal teams and suppliers.
• Submit reports on time.

Cost

• Collaborate with Material Control (MC) and vendors to optimize inventory and adhere to material drive rules.
• Participate in kaizen events, cost-saving initiatives, and team productivity projects.

People

• Meet Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets.
• Maintain regular communication with supervisors for performance updates and feedback.
• Actively participate in training and skill development programs.

Essential Attributes

• Expertise in inventory management.
• Proficiency in raw material procurement.
• Knowledge of import processes.
• Familiarity with procurement tools and systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with global procurement and supplier networks.
• Effective supplier relationship management.
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

• Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical, Electrical, or any related engineering field.
• MBA in Operations or Material Management is a plus.

• Experience:

  3-7 years in supply chain management or procurement.
• Supply Chain Management certifications are an advantage.