Supply Chain Head- Auto Industry || 20+ yrs exp.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

• Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership :

Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Drive cost optimization, quality improvement, and risk mitigation across the supply chain.
• Procurement & Vendor Management :

Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors for critical categories.

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure reliability and performance.
• Lead negotiations and secure favorable terms for long-term agreements.
• Category Management :

Direct Procurement Categories :

Battery Cells (Lithium-ion, NMC, LFP)

• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Thermal Management Components
• Electrical Components (Connectors, Busbars, Wiring Harness)
• Enclosures & Structural Components (Aluminum, Steel, Plastics)
• Cooling Systems & Insulation Materials
• Safety Components (Fuses, Relays, Fire Protection)
• Electronics & Sensors
• Indirect Procurement Categories :

CapEx (Plant & Machinery)

• Tooling & Fixtures
• Testing Equipment
• IT Systems & Software
• Facility Management & MRO
• Imports Management :

Oversee international sourcing and import compliance.

• Manage customs clearance, duties, and documentation.
• Material Management :

Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.

• Optimize inventory levels and reduce material wastage.
• Logistics & Planning :

Develop and manage inbound and outbound logistics strategies.

• Coordinate with transport partners for cost-effective and timely delivery.
• Implement planning systems for production and procurement alignment.
• Team Leadership :

Manage and mentor a team of supply chain professionals.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.

The Successful Applicant

• Education : Engineering degree (preferred)
• Experience :

20+ years in supply chain management within Automotive or Tier-1 Auto organizations.

• Proven track record in procurement, imports, logistics, and material planning.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Exposure to large-scale supply chain operations and global sourcing preferred.

What's on Offer

Reporting to the Promoters

Experience in scaling up the operations

Skills Required

Vendor Management, Procurement, Material Management, Team Leadership, Category Management, Logistics Planning