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Deputy General Manager - Planning

Deputy General Manager - Planning

Vikram Solar

25 years

0 Lacs

chennai tamil nadu india

Posted:1 week ago| Platform:

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Skills Required

planning procurement efficiency agility sourcing management drive logistics strategies risk contracts optimization epc development scheduling export inventory data leadership negotiation compliance analytics excel power erp sap oracle fusion lean sigma engineering manufacturing

Work Mode

On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Job Purpose:

To lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain, procurement, and contract operations across the organization, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and business agility through strategic sourcing, vendor management, and advanced planning frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Supply Chain Leadership

Drive strategic direction for the complete supply chain function encompassing procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
Develop and implement supply chain strategies for visibility, agility, and risk mitigation.
Lead Greenfield/Brownfield factory setup initiatives, ensuring timely procurement of capital equipment and infrastructure readiness.

Procurement & Contracts Management

Oversee direct and indirect procurement (CAPEX/OPEX) with focus on COGS optimization and supplier performance.
Negotiate EPC, O&M, and supply contracts to ensure value creation, cost control, and compliance.
Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, vendor development, and global sourcing initiatives.

Operational Excellence

Implement Master Production Scheduling (MPS) for production planning, aligning output with demand and capacity.
Enhance efficiency in import/export processes, inventory management, and customs compliance.
Drive cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven decision-making.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor a cross-functional team to deliver high performance and ensure adherence to business KPIs.
Promote a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Supply Chain Management & Procurement Strategy
Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management
Greenfield/Brownfield Project Procurement
Logistics & Warehouse Operations
Risk & Compliance Management
P&L Ownership and Cost Optimization
Data Analytics (Excel, Power BI)
ERP Systems (SAP-HANA, Oracle Cloud Fusion, JDE, Zoho)
Lean Six Sigma & 8D Methodology
Leadership & Team Development

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s in Engineering; MBA in Supply Chain / Material Management preferred.
20–25 years of experience in end-to-end supply chain, procurement, and logistics functions across manufacturing or renewable energy sectors.

Candidates who can join faster (within 15-30 days) will be given a preference

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