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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add AM - GBS Procurement position will be based in Chennai.

What a typical day looks like:

Handle a team of 10 - 12 Buyers
Work on material shortage management with buyers, provide assistance in resolving Accounts Payable, warehouse and RTV challenges, follow-up to ensure PO's are placed on time, there are no past due orders, work on POAN action items
Ensure there are no Production line down situations
Ensure adherence to targets set for all Process Metrics
Perform Quarterly / Annual performance appraisals for the team members
Ensure timely generation and circulation of reports / dashboards
Mentor the team and guide them towards effective discharge of functions
Handle escalations if any, and escalate matters requiring the senior management's attention on a timely basis
Train new and existing team members on an ongoing basis on relevant tools or topics
Perform root cause analysis to expedite the resolution of service issues
Identify, recommend, and implement operational efficiencies to drive continuous improvement in the execution of procurement processes
Prepare Customized reports for analyzing and incorporating improvements in processes
Drive Process improvements and have succession plan in place for all critical resources
Daily KPI, huddle and dashboard review
Review on Parts Count, HC, Dashboard, Metrics, 4UP-Update
Host Weekly/Bi monthly Calls with sites stake holders
Address issues with suppliers by leading the discussion and involve other team for support where needed
Talent review - review buyers performance, plan for their career path and identify appropriate training to improve buyers skills/knowledge where needed
Plan for resource coverage during public holiday and ensure proper coverage is in place
Weekly KOI reviews and work with the team to improve metrics where needed. Observe the trends, and review in details
Staying close to the sites - knowing what new projects are coming in, phasing out, major projects which is driving site's revenue, demand trend from customers. Empowered the team with these info, which would help on tasks prioritization and when working with suppliers
Talent review - review TL/AM performance, plan for their career path and identify appropriate training to improve buyers skills/knowledge where needed
Regular floor walk to hear from the team

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Engineering Graduates
Experience: 6 - 8 yrs. Procurement & Supply Chain
Proficiency: ERP/P2P systems BAAN / SAP/ Oracle,
Mandatory Knowledge of computer software applications, MS Excel, Word & PowerPoint (PF)
Worked as a Buyer in a HIGHLY VARIABLE Demand environment
Experience in the following domains:
Procurement & Supply chain management
Knowledge of ERP (Preferably BAAN)
Excellent written and oral communication skills MANDATORY
Must have at least 3 years of team handling experience.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off

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Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

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