Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
In the role of Assistant Manager - Supply Module at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will assume a strategic role in managing and optimising the supply chain requirements essential for the Automotive Division’s project success. This position involves meticulous planning and coordination to ensure the timely procurement and delivery of materials, adhering to critical project timelines.
You will spearhead techno-commercial discussions with suppliers, ensuring the best possible balance of quality, cost, and delivery timelines. By nurturing strong partnerships and employing persistent follow-ups, your efforts will secure reliable supplier performance and prompt issue resolution.
Acting as a crucial interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will clarify supply scopes, work on continuous product quality improvements, and facilitate transparent communication across teams.
Developing Annual Rate Contracts for purchased components will be central to your responsibilities, supported by comprehensive data analysis focused on schedule adherence, reduction of rework, and cost optimisation. Your initiatives will include exploring alternative sourcing strategies, negotiating volume discounts, and promoting indigenisation, thereby directly contributing to the company’s competitive edge.
Furthermore, you will drive quality improvements through implementation of corrective actions in addressing material defects. Leveraging advanced productivity tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), you will lead efforts to enhance operational efficiency without compromising on quality or delivery commitments.
Collaboration across functional teams will underpin your approach, fostering innovation while maintaining supply chain flexibility to meet evolving business needs. Your leadership will stärken Mahindra & Mahindra’s dedication to sustainable manufacturing practices, delivering excellence through diligent supply chain management.
Preferred Industries
Automotive Industry
Education Qualification
The ideal candidate will hold a strong academic background supporting both technical expertise and commercial insight necessary for effective supply chain leadership. Qualifications such as a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com) are preferred, equipping candidates with a balanced understanding of manufacturing dynamics and procurement processes.
Additional certifications or targeted training in supply chain, logistics, or materials management will be highly advantageous, providing enhanced capability to manage supplier networks and align procurement strategies with operational goals.
Commitment to continuous professional development is encouraged, especially in areas such as negotiation tactics, quality assurance frameworks, and supply chain analytics, enabling the incumbent to navigate a fast-evolving industrial landscape successfully.
General Experience
Applicants should possess between two and three years of substantive professional experience within the automotive or comparable manufacturing industries known for their pace and complexity. This experience should include active roles in supply chain management, procurement functions, and supplier engagement activities.
Proficiency with ERP software, with emphasis on SAP modules, is essential to facilitate transactional accuracy and enable robust data-driven decision-making. Familiarity with industry-standard methodologies like 5S and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), alongside process knowledge particularly in welding, will enhance the candidate’s effectiveness in driving operational excellence.
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are necessary to manage diverse stakeholder expectations and supplier collaborations productively. Candidates demonstrating prior achievements in cost reduction initiatives and productivity improvement will be well-placed to thrive in this role.
Critical Experience
Key experience areas critical to this position include in-depth knowledge of procurement and supply chain management tailored to the automotive sector, particularly in handling bought-out parts and supplier performance oversight.
The successful applicant will have proven capabilities in conducting techno-commercial negotiations focused on achieving optimal cost-quality-delivery outcomes. Experience with drafting and managing Annual Rate Contracts will be fundamental, alongside monitoring key performance indicators such as schedule compliance and defect rates.
A demonstrated track record in implementing cost-saving measures like alternative supplier development, indigenisation, and leveraging volume discounts is highly desirable. Skillsets in data analysis and strategic action planning are essential to identify inefficiencies and foster continuous productivity enhancements.
Expertise in quality management principles, including resolving supplier-related material issues through permanent corrective actions, will form a vital component of the role. Familiarity with Lean tools, particularly Value Stream Mapping, will contribute significantly to process optimisations.
Beyond technical qualifications, effective leadership aligned with strategic business foresight, customer-centric approaches, and innovation-driven change management will distinguish candidates. An ability to harness human capital and foster a diverse, engaged workforce will further support Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd’s vision of manufacturing excellence and sustainable growth.
System Generated Core Skills
5S Methodology
Communication Skills
Creative Thinking
Tooling
Interpersonal Skills
Negotiation
Purchasing
SAP
Teamwork
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Process Knowledge - Welding
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