Deputy Manager SCM

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

1. Procurement Operations

• Procure production direct materials as per business requirements.


• Release monthly schedule to supplier as per monthly requirement.


• Follow up of parts as per schedules .


• Ensure timely amendments to PO quantities, schedules.

2. Material Availability Management

• Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production requirements.


• Follow up with suppliers for on-time dispatches and deliveries.


• Manage shortages and critical part escalations.


• Coordinate with Planning and Stores teams to avoid line stoppages.

3. Supplier Coordination

• Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers.


• Monitor supplier delivery performance.


• Conduct regular follow-up reviews for pending supplies and commitments.


• Support resolution of supply-related issues.

4. Inventory Optimization

• Balance inventory levels with production requirements.


• Avoid excess inventory and stock-out situations.


• Monitor slow-moving and excess inventory.


• Support inventory reduction and working capital improvement initiatives.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with:

• Production Planning (PPC)


• Stores


• Logistics


• Quality Assurance


• Finance


• Engineering

to ensure smooth material flow and timely issue resolution.

6. SAP / ERP Operations

• Maintain procurement transactions accurately in SAP.


• Track material requirements and procurement status.


• Generate and analyze procurement reports.


• Monitor procurement KPIs and dashboards.

7. Risk Management

• Identify supply risks proactively.


• Escalate risks that may impact production schedules.

Support contingency planning during supply disruptions.

Preferred Industries

Education Qualification

General Experience

System Generated Core Skills