Job description:
Job Title: Procurement and Inventory Manager
Location: Bangalore, Yelahanka.
Experience: 4+ years
Department: Supply Chain & Operations
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Procurement and Inventory Manager to lead end-to-end procurement operations and inventory management for our advanced battery and aerospace technology manufacturing unit. The ideal candidate will bring strong vendor management skills, cost optimization expertise, and a process-driven approach to ensure timely availability of materials, components, and supplies while maintaining optimal stock levels.
Key Responsibilities
1) Procurement Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and
timely delivery. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms with vendors.
2) Inventory Management
Oversee inventory planning, stock audits, and material movement across
production, warehouse, and project sites.
3) Implement inventory control systems (Odoo/ERP preferred) to track material
usage, reorder levels, and lead times.Monitor and optimize inventory turnover, reducing excess and obsolete stock.
4) Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
(production, R&D, and sales teams). Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements for purchased items.
5) Cost & Process Optimization
Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality.
Standardize procurement processes and implement best practices to enhance
efficiency.
6) Reporting & Compliance
Prepare and present periodic procurement and inventory reports to
management.
Ensure adherence to company policies, legal standards, and sustainability
practices.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Mechanical/Electrical
Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in procurement and inventory management
(manufacturing/energy/aerospace sector preferred).
- Strong understanding of ERP systems (Odoo/SAP/MS Dynamics preferred).
- Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with expertise in demand forecasting and cost optimization.
- Knowledge of battery materials, electronics components, or aerospace supply chain is a plus.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy and aerospace technologies.
- Collaborative and growth-driven work culture.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
About The Company :
With the Aviation Industry entering into an era of electrification, we are championing electrification – developing high power density batteries for Drones, e aviation and aerospace industry. Our objective is to deliver the highest quality, most lightweight and safest aviation batteries on the market that not only meets but also exceeds. With the capability to design and manufacture battery cells in-house, expertise in electronics and software design, as well as complete battery integration, Dream fly Innovations is confident that our proven battery technology ensures the highest standards of quality and safety. Dream fly Innovations is a one-stop shop for customers requiring innovative Battery solutions that can be adopted in any shape, size, and deliver power output for applications ranging Drones, unmanned aerial vehicles, Electric planes and aerospace launch vehicles Collaboration with Dream Fly Innovations provides you with unmatched benefits. Our team designs and manufactures unique batteries for a variety of applications, curating every detail from the chemistry to the structural design to the protection systems. Due to our team's prior experience with batteries and electric vehicle power systems, we've developed a variety of products that are widely used and recognized in a wide domain of areas. Choose Dream Fly Innovations and power your dreams!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bangalore City, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked with Startup ? If yes How many years
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
