Manager - Spares Sourcing

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

The incumbent will be responsible for driving end-to-end supply chain efficiency by ensuring timely procurement, supplier performance management, inventory optimization, and seamless coordination across cross-functional teams. The role plays a critical part in supporting business growth through robust sourcing strategies, capacity development initiatives, and continuous supply chain improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives and growth requirements.
• Work closely with SSU/CDMM teams to ensure supplier capacity development and supply continuity.
• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for components and long lead-time parts to ensure timely availability and cost optimization.
• Monitor and drive supplier performance on key parameters such as OTIF, lead time adherence, inventory management, and SCM improvement initiatives.
• Implement inventory management best practices to maintain optimum stock levels while balancing customer service and working capital requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Planning, Procurement, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure effective demand planning and inventory control.
• Identify and implement Lean Supply Chain practices and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness.
• Drive data-based decision-making through analytical reviews, forecasting, and performance tracking.

Preferred Industries

Education Qualification

General Experience

BE/B.Tech/MBA ( Exp. 8 to 12 Years)

Critical Experience

Desired Experience & Knowledge

• Strong exposure to Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Sourcing, and Inventory Management.
• Good understanding of Stores Operations, Material Receipts, Buying Processes, Logistics, and Warehouse Management.
• Sound Techno-Commercial knowledge with the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.

System Generated Core Skills

System Generated Secondary Skills