Head Materials Management - Rane (Madras) Limited - SLD

Job description

Experience : 18 to 22 years Location : Puducherry (Thirubhuvanai) Qualification : B.E / B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering / MBA (Supply Chain Management) Responsibilities : • Lead end-to-end material management activities including sourcing, procurement, planning, stores and supply chain operations. • Ensure timely procurement and availability of raw materials, consumables, packing materials and project-related items. • Develop sourcing strategies and identify reliable suppliers for quality, cost, and delivery improvement. • Monitor supplier performance and follow up for on-time delivery to meet production requirements. • Manage import/local procurement activities and ensure statutory and commercial compliance. • Drive cost reduction, localization, value engineering, and inventory optimization initiatives. • Monitor inventory levels, stock accuracy, FIFO practices, slow-moving and non-moving inventory. • Ensure ERP/SAP system accuracy for procurement, inventory, and material transactions. • Develop vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships for long-term business support. • Ensure compliance with safety, quality systems, IATF/ISO standards, and company procedures. Desired Profile : • Strong experience in procurement, sourcing, supplier management, inventory control, and stores operations. • Knowledge of ERP/SAP systems, commercial terms and supply chain processes. • Strong leadership, team handling, negotiation, and coordination skills.