Executive - Supply Chain Management

Role & responsibilities Indicative Tasks & Activities Performed and Competencies Required Identifies, evaluates and finalizes vendors for localization of imports Knowledge of Market Vendors Analytical ability Negotiation skills Knowledge of Product Knowledge of Materials Coordination skills Negotiation skills Cost control / focus Knowledge of Quality Systems and Processes Knowledge & Application of Company Policies Decision Making Coordinates with the Engineering team to understand the requirements from a technical standpoint Identifies new vendors to develop products with a view to reduce dependency on a few vendors, for lower cost, development of new products, which requires higher technology or quality systems etc. Conducts initial visits and evaluation of the potential vendor for rating the vendor on predetermined parameters like – quality, cost, delivery capability, etc. Takes inputs from In-Charge Domestic Purchase on existing vendors, their capacity, etc Negotiates with the vendor to agree to terms like delivery requirements, quality standards etc. Carries out cost-benefit analysis and finalizes vendors for local sourcing Facilitates sample development and approvals New Product Development In case of new product development, assesses the capabilities of existing vendors to develop new product / component Carries out feasibility study, develops and approves samples Works with selected existing vendors for developing new components / products Provides technical guidance, process inputs, communicates customer requirements, quality specifications etc. to vendor and work with vendor to develop new product within specified time frame, at targeted costs 2. Monitors vendor performance till it is handed over for regular purchase Interacts with vendors to provide inputs on adherence to quality, quantity and delivery schedules Knowledge of Product Knowledge of Materials Knowledge & application of Quality systems and processes Knowledge & Application of Company Policies Vendor Management Coordination skills Analytical Ability Decision Making Conducts periodic assessment of vendors & provides feedback to vendors to meet / improve quality of materials Conducts tests on sample products to ensure adherence with quality & other relevant standards Prepares test reports that includes details on compliance / non-compliance factors, action points / corrective actions to be taken, timelines for closure of corrective actions & so on Monitors & analyses ratings for vendors on regular basis; provides inputs on decisions pertaining to regularization of purchase Once the decision is approved, hands over to In-Charge Domestic Purchase