SCM (Manager/ Sr. Manager/Lead)

Job Title: Supply Chain (Sourcing, Production & Quality) - Manager/Sr. Manager/Lead

Location: Mumbai-Onsite

Experience: 8+ years (Consumer electronics / hardware manufacturing domain)

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic supply chain professional to lead sourcing, production planning, vendor management, quality, and compliance for Miko's consumer electronics portfolio.

This role will drive electronics and mechanical component sourcing, manage ODM development, and ensure timely NPI-to-mass production transitions. The ideal candidate combines commercial sharpness, strong technical understanding, and deep factory coordinationexperience in both India and China.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & ODM Development

● Lead sourcing for electronics components (PCBA, sensors, batteries, plastics, etc.) and mechanical assemblies.

● Develop and manage ODM partnerships for new products and sub-assemblies.

● Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and supplier contracts to optimize cost and ensure supply continuity.

● Identify and qualify alternate suppliers for critical components and key risk parts.

● Build and maintain supplier scorecards with focus on quality, delivery, and cost metrics.

1. Production Planning & Execution

● Prepare and monitor monthly and quarterly production schedules with suppliers and ODMs.

● Ensure timely readiness for EVT/DVT/PVT and mass production builds.

● Review MRP, production yield, and capacity utilization to meet demand forecasts.

● Drive on-ground factory reviews to ensure throughput, first-pass yield, and shipment readiness.

1. Quality & Compliance

● Define and implement QC protocols and incoming inspection processes at vendor sites.

● Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards — BIS, ASTM F963, EN71, CE, ISO 9001.

● Work closely with QA and engineering teams to validate reliability, aging, and certification test plans.

● Conduct supplier audits and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).4. New Product Development (NPD) Interface

● Collaborate with design, engineering, and program teams to align BOM readiness, DFMA reviews, and pilot builds.

● Support early supplier engagement and component feasibility assessments.

● Oversee tooling, sample builds, PPAP validations, and supplier onboarding for new SKUs.

● Coordinate with ODMs to ensure manufacturability and schedule adherence.

5.

● Act as a single point of contact for supplier, ODM, and internal team interfaces.

● Collaborate with finance for PO release, landed cost tracking, and working capital optimization.

● Coordinate with logistics and warehouse functions to ensure build-to-ship transition.

● Support material readiness for retail rollouts and global shipments.

Ideal Candidate Profile

● 8+ years of experience in consumer electronics / hardware manufacturing / ODM-based product development.

● Strong background in electronics and mechanical sourcing, vendor audits, and cost management.

● Hands-on experience managing ODMs and EMS partners in India and China.

● Deep understanding of product rollout processes, regulatory certifications, and NPI-to-mass production scaling.

● Proficient in supplier negotiations, technical documentation, and production analytics.

● Self-driven, process-oriented, and able to lead end-to-end execution with limited supervision.

Reporting & Compensation

● Reports to: COO

● Location: Mumbai (with periodic travel to vendor and factory sites)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,500, ₹2,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person