Supply Chain Manager

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The Supply Chain Manager will establish and lead a cost-competitive, high-performing India supply base to support global heavy equipment manufacturing and aftermarket operations. This role is responsible for developing a localized supplier network that meets export standards, drives cost efficiency, and supports both OEM and service parts production. The successful candidate will be a strategic sourcing expert with strong leadership and supplier management experience in the heavy equipment industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Supply Base Development

• Establish and qualify a robust, cost-competitive India-based supplier network capable of meeting heavy equipment OEM export standards.
• Oversee global sourcing projects in coordination and through the strategic sourcing team and process.
• In tight coordination with quality localize production of key mechanical, hydraulic, and fabricated components to support global builds and aftermarket service parts.
• Lead supplier onboarding, technical capability assessments, and compliance audits to ensure readiness for global programs.
  
  
  

• Oversee commercial negotiations with turnkey and component suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Build and sustain long-term supplier partnerships through a structured Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, PPM, cost savings, lead times) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect continuity of supply and cost competitiveness.
  
  
  

• Ensure our budgets, timelines, and projects are set up for success by developing sourcing plans prior to award using our ProLaunch 85 process.
• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for India-based build projects, ensuring materials and components are delivered on time, to specification, and within budget.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and logistics to align sourcing plans with production and schedules.
  
  
  

• Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing local supply chain team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and operational excellence.
• Support the buyers by performing aftermarket support RFQs and escalations
• Implement global standards and leadership work in purchasing and sourcing.
• Serve as the India Supply Chain Leader, coordinating all central supply chain activities with the entire site.
• Work with the global teams to optimize inventory, forecast and deliver results to inventory targets
• Uphold Loram ICAR values and policies, and drive a culture of safety into every aspect of what we do
  
  
  

• Action Orientated
• High Impact Communication
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Negotiation
• Passion for Results
• Problem solving
  
  
  

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management within the heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing sector.
• Demonstrated success in supplier development, cost reduction, and export-oriented supply base creation in India.
• Proven leadership ability managing cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, machining, hydraulics, castings, and component supply chains.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, and cost analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  
  
  

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development
• Cost Reduction & Value Engineering
• Project & Budget Management
• Global Supply Chain Integration
• Team Leadership & Development
• Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
  
  
  

• CPM/CPSM/APICS/MBA/Engineering certification or other related licenses
• General understanding of the lean/Six Sigma practices and processes