Head – Supply Chain Management

18 years

30 - 40 Lacs

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This role is for one of our clients

Company Name: Sarga Consultants
Industry: Staffing and Recruiting
Seniority level: Director level

Min Experience: 18 years
Location: Gurugram
JobType: full-time
We are seeking a seasoned Head of Supply Chain Management (Defence & Aerospace) to lead the end-to-end supply chain operations for one of the fastest-growing companies in the Robotics and Drones sector. This strategic leadership role is tailored for professionals from the Defence and Aerospace domain who bring deep expertise in procurement, logistics, and vendor management, along with a strong understanding of industry-specific standards and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the Supply Chain Function: Oversee the complete supply chain lifecycle — procurement, sourcing, inventory, logistics, and vendor development — to ensure operational excellence.
Strategic Sourcing: Design and implement sourcing strategies tailored to Defence and Aerospace requirements, ensuring cost efficiency and timely delivery.
Vendor Development: Build and sustain strong partnerships with local and national vendors, fostering long-term collaboration and reliability.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Align supply chain operations with production, quality, and project teams to support on-time project execution.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure full adherence to Defence and Aerospace procurement regulations, documentation standards, and quality protocols.
Process Optimization: Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supply chain efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve cost effectiveness.
Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor SCM teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Operational Oversight: Monitor supply chain KPIs and provide actionable insights to the leadership team for informed decision-making.

Required Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 12–15 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with a significant portion in Defence and Aerospace manufacturing or related industries.
Demonstrated success in procurement and vendor management within regulated environments.
Proven track record of stability and leadership, with an average tenure of 4+ years per organization.
Strong understanding of Defence procurement policies, standards, and compliances.
Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to relocate to NCR/Gurugram and travel frequently to plants and vendor locations.

Skills & Expertise
Supply Chain Strategy · Procurement · Defence Procurement · Vendor Management · Logistics · Material Planning · Strategic Sourcing · Cost Optimization · Regulatory Compliance

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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