Supply Chain Manager

Job Responsibilities: SCM (Supply Chain Management) Head
Company: EFFICIENT FIRE AND SECURITY SOLUTIONS LTDIndustry: EPC - Firefighting Engineering Services and SolutionsPosition: SCM (Supply Chain Management) Head1. Strategic Leadership

• Define and implement SCM strategies aligning with project and organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional supply chain activities including planning, procurement, logistics, inventory, and vendor development.
• Drive digitization and automation initiatives for better supply chain visibility and control.

2. Procurement & Sourcing

• Oversee development of sourcing strategies for firefighting equipment and system components (UL/FM/IS approved).
• Negotiate high-value contracts, frame agreements, and long-term pricing models with key vendors and OEMs.
• Ensure robust procurement planning in sync with engineering and execution teams to minimize delays and cost overruns.

3. Vendor Development & Risk Mitigation

• Build a qualified vendor base across regions for critical firefighting components (e.g., hydrants, valves, pumps, alarms).
• Assess vendor risk related to financials, capacity, quality, and delivery performance.
• Develop alternate vendor strategies and business continuity plans.

4. Logistics & Inventory Control

• Ensure optimized movement of materials across project sites and warehouses with minimal lead time and transit cost.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, and transport compliance.
• Control inventory aging, stock accuracy, and physical verification audits across multiple locations.

5. Project Integration & Collaboration

• Coordinate with design, engineering, and project execution teams to align material flow with construction milestones.
• Attend project review meetings to anticipate material bottlenecks and support real-time decision making.
• Manage inter-department dependencies and drive cross-functional efficiency.

6. Cost Optimization & Analytics

• Lead initiatives to reduce cost through value engineering, alternate sourcing, and consolidated procurement.
• Track cost-to-procure metrics, landed cost analysis, and vendor spend analytics.
• Present SCM dashboards and KPIs to executive leadership periodically.

7. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NBC, IS standards, and client specifications for all procured items.
• Support QA/QC processes including pre-dispatch inspection, FAT, and documentation.
• Establish SOPs and ensure adherence to ISO or other applicable quality standards.

8. Team Development & Leadership

• Build and mentor a strong SCM team with specialized roles in procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory.
• Establish a performance culture through KPIs, appraisals, and continuous training.
• Promote cross-training and knowledge sharing within the SCM function.