Manager Supply Chain Development and Optimization

Job Description Manager Supply Chain Development and Optimization At Dormer Pramet, our purpose is to build on the company's heritage and success to innovate our way into the future. By keeping a long-term focus in everything we do, we can support our ambitions to grow manufacturing and prosperity for all. This brings jobs, with opportunities for both growth and security. It is what we care for, and what makes us go that extra mile We share our deep knowledge and experience to build great relationships, not just with industry partners, but with employees and the community. We focus on improving the environment we work in and believe that everyone should feel empowered to deliver success. In return, we promise a rewarding career with flexible working options, excellent training and opportunities for progression. Does this seem like something you want to be part of We are now looking for Manager Supply Chain Development and Optimization Main Responsibilities: To manage the Direct and Indirect Purchase & Distribution (Logistics and Warehousing) function in an efficient and sustainable way for PU located in India. Purchasing - Effectively manage the direct and indirect material purchasing function. - This function includes both tactical and operational buying. - Indigenous & Localization project, new Vendor development, Establishing & controlling the Outsourcing process and subcontracting activities, making contracts and agreements Negotiation etc. - Adherence to Sandvik supplier code of conduct and Sustainable Supplier management. - Monitoring the Supplier performance by periodical audits, rating and reviews. Drive improvements for sustainable supplies. Ensure timely Supplier payments. - Participate in Strategic initiative and lead the projects for sustainable supply chain and cost savings. - Identify, evaluate and capitalize on opportunities to reduce the production cost (outsourcing) second source, better buying negotiation. - Make supplier agreements and contract for continuous and uninterrupted flow of material as per production requirement. - Monitoring the supplier performance and give feedback, quarterly ratings for their improvement. - Conduct supplier audits as per Sandvik Global Purchasing policies, SCOC and ensure adherence to the same by closing the audit finding and open points EXIM Logistics - Managing the Cross-boundary transaction and material flow within the agreed time to support the uninterrupted supplies. - Arrange the material movement i.e. shipment Pick-up, arrange international freight management and Custom clearance for all Inbound/Outbound shipments complying to EOU (Export Oriented Unit) rules. - Ensure high level of efficient & accurate documentation, timely custom clearance of the shipments - Co-ordination with banking partners and Central finance department for foreign exchange flow (suppliers payment and Export income receipts). Custom duty payment Warehousing - Managing the warehouses. - Handling article line items. - Activity including receipts, storage, issues and inventory management. - Achieving 100% stock accuracy as a custodian for the material and making smooth uninterrupted supplies to production on daily basis. Disposal for slow moving and obsolete - Daily arranging the packing of finished goods and arrange logistics for the local and export outbound shipments movement. Tracking the shipment till the destination on time. - Overall maintenance and control of the warehouse from Safety & 5s perspective - Cooperation with Divisional Planning Team Compliance - Ensure compliance to legal requirements in terms of Export Oriented Units (SEEPZ), GST, IGCRD, Customs laws, Excise Laws, DGFT, Octroi / LBT & Foreign Exchange regulations and related aspects as applicable. - Subject matter expert in managing Strategic Government Relations / Liaison at various levels in Central Govt departments complying with the legal requirement of Supply Chain, Logistics, Imports & Exports & Indirect tax. - Daily operations involving maintenance of required statutory records, Licenses renewals, registration, periodical submission of Government returns. - Maximize the tax benefits by utilization of tax credits, liquidation and claiming Export Incentives MEIS. - Updating the compliance in the e-Compliance tool. - Application, opening, monitoring and closing of Advance Licenses, EPCG, Custom bonds etc., - Implementation and compliance to QMS, EHS, Group Assurance, Supplier COC, SA 8000 within the department and at suppliers / vendor. - Attending Statutory Audits, Internal Audits and Government agency audits. Other Activities - Provide leadership and support to Supply Chain Organization. Effectively manage & control the function of Direct Purchase and Distribution (Logistics -Inbound & Outbound), Warehousing, Imports & Exports and associated indirect Taxation including liaison, complying with Government department for BA- SMS and other BAs to achieve targeted results as agreed. - Establishing departmental objectives. Evaluating and monitoring results to achieve the set goals Optimization and synergizing the resources, Implementing the best practices to have efficient Supply Chain solutions to have Delighted Customers. . - Individual Performance management (IPM) of team members. setting up ambitious targets and aligning with the objectives of the business, Preparing SMART & IPM document Conduct Periodic reviews and feedback. - Effective interaction and services as agreed with all departments at Dormer Pramet India and relevant SMS global or local functions and associated areas like Global Distribution Centers and Central Services like Finance. Make service level agreements and have periodic interaction to understand the needs and support the BAs. Participate in periodic review meetings and annual conferences to align with the Business strategy. - Departmental Budgeting - forecasting, monitoring, and controlling the overall cost of the department. Establishing activity wise cost allocation keys - Understand and demonstrate the attributes as defined in the Sandvik Leadership model - Member and participate in Sandvik Global Trade Compliance meetings and Project like GSP, TRIP, Export Control, Implementation of best practices - Participate in Strategic initiative and lead the projects. Develop Plan B for critical supplies and create sustainable supply chain. Localization projects for Import substitute and savings for the company. - Adherence to the platform for way of doing business expressed in the The Power of Sandvik. - Agile and collaborative approach to supply chain management, driving transparency, responsiveness, and continuous improvement across operations. Experience and required competencies: - Minimum 12-15 years of practical experience in the relevant field. - High level of internal and external Customer orientation and Service attitude, Leadership skills, effective communication, Inventory Management, networking and Lesioning, interacting and dealing with Government bodies, knowledge on different laws Methodical and Time bound. - Basic knowledge in using MS Office applications Good Commercial knowledge, Good Leadership ability, People development capability, Proactive approach, Collaborative, Strategic thinking ability, Team player, Managing and handling multiple tasks, Conflict management ability, negotiating skills, Fair and balanced decision making, Self-awareness and basic knowledge in using MS Office applications and Sandvik systems. Education: Bachelor of Engineering Licenses & Certificates: PG Diploma or certificate course in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Foreign Trade or EXIM Management, Customs laws, Excise laws & Business Management. About us: Dormer Pramet is a global manufacturer and supplier of tools for the metal cutting industry, and we have a truly international presence with four production units and sales offices in 20 countries. Our skills and products solve engineering challenges across many industry sectors including maintenance, repair and overhaul, as well as general machining through to heavy machining, railway and airframe assembly. How to apply: You may upload your updated profile in Workday system through your ESS login, no later than 15th Nov 2025. OR Please send your application by registering on our site www.sandvik.com/career and uploading your CV against JO Requisition no R0084980