Manager - Supply Chain - Aerospace

Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, planning, inventory, logistics, supplier management, and order fulfillment. - Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall operational performance. - Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure uninterrupted material availability. - Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, quality standards, and contractual compliance. - Ensure compliance with aerospace, defence, statutory, and regulatory requirements throughout the supply chain. - Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and program management teams to support manufacturing schedules and project timelines. - Optimize inventory levels while ensuring material availability for production requirements. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives in sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supply chain processes. - Manage demand planning, capacity planning, and risk mitigation strategies to minimize supply disruptions. - Analyze supply chain performance metrics and prepare MIS reports to support business decision-making. - Lead supplier audits, contract negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, and vendor development programs. - Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and successful execution of customer commitments. Required Candidate Profile: - 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Operations within the Defence or Aerospace industry. - Strong experience in supplier management, strategic sourcing, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and production planning. - Proven expertise in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost optimization. - Good understanding of aerospace quality standards, regulatory compliance, and supply chain best practices. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.