Manager - Procurement

• Effectively control Purchasing of Aircraft Spares, Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE), Tools, Consumables and Modification/Retrofit Materials required by Engineering in order to support the business to maintain desired Aircraft dispatch reliability standards.
• Efficiently control resources for timely delivery of group and sectional objectives. Support development of strategic methodology for spares purchasing of each type of equipment at optimum cost.

• Ensure timely sourcing, purchasing, and borrowing of assigned group of items, including BFE and Retrofit/Mod items, adhering to Procurement policy.
• Authorize release purchase orders within assigned financial limit; obtain financial approval for values exceeding limit.
• Breakdown spares of in-house repairable items efficiently to support Engineering requirements.

• Implement and monitor supply chain management objectives on weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Measure and control Overdue Orders, Backlogs, Vendor Performance, and other strategic KPIs.
• Implement corrective actions to address adverse trends and maintain performance standards.

• Collaborate with Contracts Management Unit (CMU) to conduct Price & Lead Time reviews.
• Challenge vendors on variances not in line with relevant contracts and escalate issues as needed.
• Act as the point of escalation for changes and any other vendor-related issues.

• Ensure timely clearance of invoices and resolution of Stores Discrepancies.
• Coordinate efficiently with internal stakeholders and vendors to avoid backlogs and credit holds.
• Establish preventative measures with vendors to mitigate quality-related discrepancies.

• Monitor materials spend and evaluate contracted vs non-contracted materials.
• Highlight adverse trends to management for appropriate corrective action.
• Perform detailed analysis of supply chain data and provide recommendations for cost-efficiency.

• Analyze supply chain data to recommend new systems, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in selection and acceptance of purchasing system enhancements or related software.
• Oversee implementation of new systems to ensure smooth transition and maximum utilization.

• Control day-to-day operation of the Section and manage staff workload effectively.
• Develop staff performance through recognition of high performance and implementation of improvement plans for poor performance.
• Perform Resource Workload Analysis to assess section workload and recommend resource needs or process optimization.

• Establish effective relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Act as the first point of escalation to ensure timely resolution of any outstanding disputes.
• Foster collaboration and communication to support procurement objectives and business needs.

• On-time Procurement Rate
• Inventory Turnover Ratio
• Backlog Reduction Rate
• Resource Utilization Efficiency

• Vendor Performance Score
• Dispute Resolution Time

• Cost Savings Achieved

• Cost Savings Achieved

• Collaboration with Engineering is crucial for understanding technical requirements and ensuring that the procurement of Aircraft Spares, BFE, and other materials aligns with engineering standards and specifications.

• Close coordination with CMU is essential for reviewing contracts, negotiating terms, and resolving any discrepancies or issues related to vendor agreements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

• Engaging with vendors and suppliers is critical for sourcing Aircraft Spares, BFE, Tools, Consumables, and Modification/Retrofit Materials. This involves negotiating terms, monitoring vendor performance, and resolving any issues to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred.

• 6-7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully managing procurement activities, vendor relationships, and achieving cost-effective solutions.

• 10+ year of Industry experience in Supply Chain is preferable (Warehouse and Logistics, Repair Management, Material Planning / Support & Inventory Control, Technical Purchasing), ideally within the aviation industry.
• Aircraft maintenance spares purchasing experience is preferable.
• Airlines or MRO (Maintenance Repair Organization) work experience will also be considered.

Air India