SCM - Raw material

Key Responsibilities:

- Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Define and execute category strategies for lithium cell raw materials and parts.

Develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps aligned with volume forecasts and technology roadmaps.

- Supplier Relationship & Development

Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers in and outside India.

Lead supplier performance programs (KPIs, quality audits, continuous improvement).

- Cost & Contract Management

Negotiate master agreements, frame contracts, and long‑term pricing with key suppliers.

Drive cost‑down initiatives through total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses.

- Delivery & Payment Management

Ensure the on-time delivery of raw materials for the continual production of the cell plant

Tracing the finances for the on-time payment

- Risk & Compliance

Monitor geopolitical, trade-policy, critical mineral markets and implement mitigation plans.

Ensure supplier adherence to corporate ethics, sustainability and quality standards.

- Cross‑Functional Leadership

Collaborate with Engineering on design-to-cost and make‑vs‑buy decisions.

Partner with Quality to resolve supplier‑related issues and audits.

- Team Leadership & Development

Mentor and develop procurement professionals.

Establish best practices, tools, and processes for category management.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.

Experience:

-15+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement under a global supply chain environment, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

-Proven track record in the automotive or chemical industry.

Expertise:

-Deep understanding of the automotive or chemical supply chain

-Strong negotiation, contract drafting, and stakeholder-management skills.

-Analytical mindset with ability to leverage data (e.g., ERP/MRP, spend analytics) for decision‑making.

-Excellent communication and presentation skills, high flexibility working in a fast-changing situation

-Collaborative leadership style with strong team-building capabilities.