The supply chain specialist focuses on the procurement of materials required for R&D and Production team. This role focuses on product sourcing and inventory planning/forecasting, from overseas and Indian manufacturers for the projects assigned.
Research and evaluate domestic and foreign suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, production, and distribution capabilities
Negotiate price, terms and conditions with suppliers in domestic and foreign countries
Monitor and analyze suppliers’ performance to assess the ability to meet quality and delivery requirements
Manage inventory, shipments, tariffs, product quality, and other aspects of supply chain
Manage material inventories and replenishment to support manufacturing requirements while maintaining adequate safety stock
Create, maintain and distribute supplier orders/material releases in line with production requirements
Communicate supplier order requirements and manage supplier acknowledgments or deviations from the plan
Coordinate logistics for incoming material with purchasing team as needed
Maintain strong working relationships with internal customers and external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
Support or lead cycle counts, maintain records of inventory adjustments, and ensure inventory accuracy as needed
Analyze trends to proactively identify supply issues to minimize risk and ensure continuity of supply
Communicate with suppliers to ensure an on-time and complete delivery
Create/maintain Bill of Materials in the ERP or related systems as needed
Other duties as assigned
Domestic or international travel may be required
