Kalpataru - AGM/DGM - Supply Chain Management - Sourcing

Job Title : AGM / DGM (SCM) - Sourcing

Division/Dept : Group Supply Chain Management

Reports to : AVP - GPSCM

JOB PURPOSE :

- To efficiently Source specified category of items at Group level; achieve cost optimization (economies of scale); enhance meaningful partner relations; ensure smooth material flow at optimum inventory levels; plan and direct implementation of policies & processes aligned to Group Values which support key business objectives and deliverables; deliver with speed of execution to match the organization pace.

- To ensure that the internal customer expectations for deliverables in terms of time, cost and quality are met, in line with Business Objectives.

- To continuously scout for synergies across Group and convert into implementable programs.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES :

EXPECTED END RESULTS :

1. Sourcing & Rate Contract Finalization

MAJOR ACTIVITIES :

- Responsible for Sourcing activity at Group level for the specified categories of items (Rebars, Coils, Structurals)

- Finalize rate contracts as applicable at Corporate; facilitate release of purchase orders through BUs against valid Contracts.

- Develop appropriate Sourcing Strategy incl. E-sourcing.

- Detailed understanding of relevant contractual and legal matters to protect company's interest

- Manage and constantly evaluate vendors

- Ensure that Sourcing system is effectively maintained

2. Monitoring and reviewing delivery performance

- Periodic review OTIF deliveries of ordered items

- Monitor delivery performance of suppliers

- Make timely course correction as required to meet OTIF targets

3. Spend Management & Cost Savings

- Continuously review existing cost structure and coordinate with respective Spend Departments (BUs /Finance/ Operation) to identify opportunities and work out the cost reduction possibilities through key drivers like consolidation, purchasing efficiencies, value engineering, elimination and consumption control etc.

- To analyse the spend pattern and identify key cost drivers for the spend and benchmark the same.

- Set up systematic approach for spend control, benchmarking & standardization, drive competitive approach.

- Review and provide updates on the cost reduction programs.

4. Monitoring and tracking cost reduction initiatives

- Create feasible timelines and monitor implementation of ideas.

- Maintain a track sheet and regularly update the same.

5. Partner Relationship Management

- Align Partners with Group systems & processes

- Set up periodic meetings & visits at appropriate levels.

- Jointly work with Partners for value engineering & cost reduction programs.

6. Audit Compliance of key processes

- Ensure compliance of various procurement processes and demonstrate through conduct of internal as well as statutory audits.

- Understand various risks and put systems. to mitigate the same

MAJOR CHALLENGES :

a. Speed of execution without compromising on process adherence - to have simplified processes with adequate controls and automation.

b. Geographical spread - to have procurement plan to deliver materials to various locations in a timely manner.

c. Execution challenges - monitor, track deliveries, meet OTIF targets

d. Cost reduction - to find opportunities to reduce cost through alternative sourcing and efficient ways to do the job.

e. Alignment with BU Purchase teams - to ensure the Centralized Sourcing & Decentralized Operations are in sync.

f. Excellent Coordination - to closely interact with BU teams to ensure the deliverables of Group initiatives are met.

KEY DECISIONS :

1) Finalize & recommend procurement from the optimal source.

2) Anticipate & recommend de-risking sourcing strategy for specific projects.

DIMENSIONS :

1. Spend: Specific Category Sourcing - Rebars, Coils, Structurals : Rs. 500 Cr.

2. Geographical span: Pan India; 3 major Group companies; 8 Purchase Units

3. Systems : Multiple across Group such as different instances of SAP

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS : Engineering Graduate, preferably with MBA in Supply Chain / Finance

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE : 10 to 15 years in any professional organisation in the area of Procurement, Supply Chain function, Cost Control, Vendor Development etc.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES :

Commercial and Business Acumen; Negotiation Skills; Process oriented approach; Building & nurturing partner relations with vendors.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES :

Highest level of personal integrity, Result orientation, Valuing people, Aligning strategies & systems, Analytical Ability, Cost & Quality Consciousness, Facilitating change and innovation; Excellent coordination skills.