Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management

Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management

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Job Summary:

The Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain function, including strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationship management. This role supports complex engineering projects and ensures the timely and cost-effective availability of materials and services in alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors and subcontractors.
• Negotiate long-term contracts, pricing, and terms to optimize value.

Supply Chain Operations:

• Oversee procurement planning based on project requirements and engineering BOMs.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to project sites and engineering teams.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineering teams to forecast demand accurately.

Logistics & Inventory:

• Manage inbound and outbound logistics (domestic and international).
• Oversee warehousing and inventory control systems.
• Optimize transportation and reduce lead times and costs.

Supplier Management:

• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost, compliance).
• Develop strong supplier relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Resolve supplier-related issues and ensure continuous improvement.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and diversified sourcing.
• Enforce internal procurement and ethical standards.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain professionals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Master’s/MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in supply chain roles, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in engineering services, EPC, or industrial projects is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and supply chain analytics tools.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.