Client: Tech enabled OEM Platform helping brands with the contractual manufacturing needs. Job Summary: As the Function Head for Supply Partnerships, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing our supply chain strategy. You will be responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships with suppliers,vendors, and other external stakeholders to ensure a seamless and efficient supply chain operation. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving selection coverage, improve cost efficiencies, upgrading supplier performance, and enhancing the overall procurement experience for our customers. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development: Collaborate with senior management to define and execute the supply chain partnership strategy, aligning it with the company's goals and objectives. Supplier Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key supply partners, ensuring mutual trust, collaboration, and long-term commitment. Vendor Selection and Evaluation: Lead the process of selecting, onboarding, and evaluating new supply partners based on performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Negotiation: Negotiate favorable terms and contracts with supply partners, optimizing pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards. Performance Monitoring: Implement performance metrics and KPIs to assess supplier performance and ensure adherence to agreed-upon standards. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure business continuity. Cost Optimization: Drive cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and efficiency gains within the supply chain function. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure that all supply partners comply with relevant regulations and quality standards. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and production to align supply chain strategies and optimize processes. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team responsible for supply partnership management. Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. Qualifications: - MBA from Tier-1 B-schools (IIM, XLRI, ISB, MDI). - Minimum 4+ years of experience in business leadership roles. - Proven track record of successfully developing and managing strategic supplier relationships. - Strong negotiation and contract management skills. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Exceptional leadership and team management skills. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Familiarity with supply chain software and tools.

Bangalore

Business Head - Supply Partnerships - IIM/XLRI/ISB/MDI 

Job Description for Business Head - Supply Partnerships - IIM/XLRI/ISB/MDI  in Hitya Global in  Bangalore for (4-8) years of experience. Apply Now!