Head Supply Chain Management

Position:

Location: Mysore, Karnataka (India)

Job Summary:

The Head of Supply Chain Management (SCM) in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire supply chain process, ensuring the effective and efficient sourcing, procurement, production, and delivery of products. This role plays a pivotal part in maintaining the balance between supply and demand, optimizing operational processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The SCM Head will lead a team of supply chain professionals and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and sales, to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality electronic products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supply Chain Strategy and Planning
• Procurement & Vendor Management
• Inventory Management
• Logistics & Distribution
• Demand & Production Planning
• Process Improvement & Cost Reduction
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Team Leadership & Development
• Technology and Systems Integration

Preferred candidate profile

Key Requirements:

• Education:

  Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM, Six Sigma) is preferred.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 25-30 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably within the electronics manufacturing or EMS industry.
• Proven leadership experience, managing cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of procurement, inventory management, logistics, production planning, and demand forecasting.
• Experience with ERP, SCM software, and data analytics tools.

• Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to lead and manage change in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Deep understanding of supply chain trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.