DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER

Role Objective:

To lead and optimize the entire supply chain and procurement function for container fabrication, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, timely delivery of raw materials, effective vendor management, and seamless coordination between planning, procurement, production, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the production requirements of container fabrication.
• Identify and onboard reliable vendors for steel, hardware, paint, components, and other critical fabrication materials.
• Ensure procurement at competitive prices while maintaining quality and delivery timelines.

2. Vendor Development & Management

• Build a robust vendor base for both domestic and international sourcing.
• Evaluate vendor performance on quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Negotiate contracts and establish long-term agreements with key suppliers.

3. Material Planning & Inventory Management

• Coordinate with planning and production teams to forecast material requirements.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to avoid production delays or excess stock.
• Implement MRP/ERP systems for tracking material availability and usage.

4. Logistics & Warehousing

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics for raw materials and finished goods.
• Optimize transportation cost and ensure timely movement of goods.
• Manage warehouses for safe storage, FIFO compliance, and space utilization.

5. Cost Control & Optimization

• Analyze cost drivers and work on cost-reduction initiatives across the supply chain.
• Benchmark procurement prices and identify areas for savings.
• Implement lean practices in SCM operations.

6. Cross-functional Coordination

• Collaborate closely with fabrication, QA/QC, planning, finance, and project teams to align supply chain activities.
• Support production schedules by ensuring material availability.

7. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, statutory requirements, and audit norms.
• Maintain accurate documentation for procurement, contracts, imports/exports (if applicable), and logistics.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• In-depth knowledge of steel and fabrication-related procurement
• Familiarity with fabrication drawings and BOMs
• Expertise in SAP/MM or other ERP systems
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Knowledge of import/export regulations (if applicable)

Qualifications & Experience:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering
• MBA in Supply Chain / Operations (preferred)
• 12–18 years of experience in SCM, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a fabrication/manufacturing setup
• Prior experience in container, heavy engineering, or modular fabrication is highly desirable