Senior Supply Chain Manager – Automotive / EV Manufacturing
Job Summary
The Senior Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies to support manufacturing operations, ensuring material availability, optimizing inventory, improving supplier performance, and driving cost efficiencies. The role requires close collaboration with procurement, production, logistics, engineering, quality, and finance teams to achieve business objectives.
Key Responsibilities : Supply Chain Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
- Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
- Ensure uninterrupted material flow to manufacturing plants.
- Lead demand planning, supply planning, and capacity planning activities.
Procurement & Supplier Management
- Manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms.
- Develop supplier performance metrics and improvement plans.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers to reduce risk and improve competitiveness.
Inventory & Material Management
- Optimize inventory levels while maintaining production continuity.
- Monitor inventory turnover, stock accuracy, and working capital.
- Implement inventory reduction initiatives and material planning improvements.
Logistics & Distribution
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations.
- Optimize transportation costs and warehouse efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with domestic and international trade regulations.
Manufacturing Support
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure timely material availability.
- Manage supply chain risks affecting production schedules.
- Lead escalation management for material shortages and supplier issues.
Cost Optimization
- Drive supply chain cost reduction initiatives.
- Improve operational efficiency through process automation and digitization.
- Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs).
Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor supply chain, planning, and logistics teams.
- Develop succession plans and build high-performing teams.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
EV Manufacturing (Preferred)
- Experience with battery supply chains, cell sourcing, and battery pack manufacturing.
- Knowledge of EV components such as motors, controllers, BMS, power electronics, and charging systems.
- Understanding of localization, supplier development, and EV industry trends.
- Experience managing supply risks related to lithium, nickel, cobalt, and semiconductor components.
Key Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Demand Planning & S&OP
- Inventory Management
- Supplier Development
- Logistics & Warehouse Management
- Cost Reduction & Value Engineering
- ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
- Advanced Excel, Power BI
- Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
- MBA in Operations/Supply Chain preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing supply chain.
- EV industry experience preferred.
- Experience managing large supplier networks and cross-functional teams.
Typical KPIs
- Inventory Turns
- Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)
- Material Availability
- Logistics Cost as % of Revenue
- Working Capital Reduction
- Supplier Quality Performance (PPM)
- Cost Savings Achievement
- Production Line Stoppage Reduction
Pay: ₹2,200,000.00 - ₹2,500,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
- Food provided
- Paid sick time
- 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):
- Do you have experience working with an automotive or electric vehicle (EV) company?
Work Location: In person
