BOM/DM Procurement/Buyer/Sourcing 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.

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:

  Bachelors 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.