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As the Supply Chain Head at Custiv, you will play a crucial role in leading the end-to-end supply chain and vendor management strategy to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and quality-driven delivery for global manufacturing customers. Your background in precision manufacturing, supplier development, logistics, and strategic sourcing will be instrumental in scaling supplier networks across India for export-oriented business. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Supply Chain Strategy & Planning** - Develop and execute a robust supply chain roadmap aligned with Custiv's business goals and customer delivery requirements. - Drive cost optimization, lead time reduction, and efficiency improvement across sourcing, procurement, logistics, and vendor management. - Forecast demand and manage capacity planning with suppliers to ensure on-time project fulfillment. - **Supplier Development & Management** - Build, evaluate, and nurture a high-performing supplier base specializing in precision machining, fabrication, casting, and electronics manufacturing. - Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and international quality standards. - Develop suppliers" technical and operational capabilities to meet export-grade quality and delivery expectations. - **Procurement & Costing** - Oversee strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contracting with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and high reliability. - Collaborate with Costing and Process Planning teams to ensure data-backed procurement decisions. - Manage spend analysis, vendor scorecards, and continuous cost-down initiatives. - **Logistics & Operations** - Lead inbound and outbound logistics, optimizing freight, packaging, and customs processes for global shipments. - Implement robust inventory, tracking, and ERP-based control systems for visibility and traceability. - Coordinate closely with Project Management and Quality teams to ensure seamless order execution. - **Leadership & Collaboration** - Build and mentor a cross-functional supply chain team. - Collaborate with business development, finance, and operations to align supply chain KPIs with business growth. - Drive digital transformation and sustainability practices within the supply chain function. **Key Skills & Qualifications:** - Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering (MBA in Operations/Supply Chain preferred). - Experience: 10-15 years in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, or vendor development within precision engineering, capital goods, or automotive manufacturing sectors. - Strong understanding of export manufacturing, supply chain digitization, and global sourcing models. - Proven track record in supplier audits, process improvement, and cost optimization. - Excellent negotiation, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Join Custiv to be part of a fast-growing manufacturing technology company enabling "Make in India for the World." You will have the opportunity to lead a transformation in how global OEMs engage with Indian manufacturing while working directly with leadership to drive measurable business impact.,
