Supply Chain Engineer (Supplier) (12 Month Contract)
Supply Chain Engineer (Supplier) (12 Month Contract)
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22-08-2025
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Engineer (Supplier) to join our dynamic team in Chennai this crucial role you will be responsible for managing and optimising our supplier relationships ensuring efficient procurement processes and driving continuous improvement in our supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with business objectives
- Manage direct material procurement with third-party suppliers ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness
- Utilise inventory management tools and techniques to optimise stock levels and reduce costs
- Prepare and process purchase orders in line with demand forecasts and business requirements
- Monitor and report supplier performance metrics including delivery lead time and order quantity
- Conduct regular business performance reviews with critical suppliers
- Implement and maintain supplier relationship management tools and techniques
- Lead upstream supply chain performance improvement projects using Lean methodology
- Collaborate with suppliers to support the development of their sub-suppliers and drive delivery improvement initiatives
- Manage engineering change requirements to minimise supply disruption and obsolescence
- Build strong cross-functional relationships and ensure effective stakeholder management
- Drive key supply chain metrics including on-time delivery healthy inventory levels and premium freight costs
- Analyse and report on supply chain data to identify trends risks and opportunities for improvement
- Parametrise purchase part numbers (SKUs) to ensure accurate master data in the ERP system
Qualifications :
- Graduate degree in Engineering (any specialisation) with a minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing supply chain processes and best practices
- Proven expertise in data analysis and proficiency with ERP systems
- Demonstrated experience in supplier relationship management and procurement strategies
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation
- Proficiency in supply chain management tools and techniques including inventory management and demand forecasting
- Experience with Lean methodology and its application in supply chain operations
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic environment
- Strong organisational skills with a detail-oriented approach to work
- Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise multiple tasks efficiently
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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