Zunpulse - Senior Manager - Supply Chain (2-3 yrs)

Job Summary: The Senior Manager - Supply Chain for Zunvolt Products will be a pivotal leader, responsible for the end-to-end supply chain management for our home appliance range. This role encompasses strategic procurement, meticulous management of in-house production, robust OEM relationship management, and comprehensive data analytics and reporting to ensure optimal efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of Zunvolt products. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the home appliance manufacturing ecosystem, a proven track record in supply chain optimization, and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing Management (Zunvolt Products):

- Lead all procurement activities for Zunvolt's home appliance product line, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery of components and finished goods.

- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with Zunvolt's product roadmap and business objectives.

- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers and manufacturers (OEMs/ODMs) both domestically and internationally, to enhance supply chain resilience and cost efficiency.

- Conduct thorough vendor assessments, negotiations, and contract managementto secure favorable terms and long-term partnerships.

- Monitor market trends, raw material prices, and supply chain risks to proactively adjust procurement strategies.

2. OEM Relationship Management & Onboarding:

- Cultivate and strengthen strong, collaborative relationships with existing Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

- Drive the onboarding process for new OEMs, ensuring thorough due diligence, technical capability assessment, quality assurance, and seamless integration into the Zunvolt supply chain.

- Act as the primary point of contact for OEM communications, performance reviews, and issue resolution.

3. In-House Production Management:

- Oversee and manage the in-house production operations for various Zunvolt SKUs (Stock Keeping Units).

- Optimize production schedules, capacity planning, and resource allocation to meet demand forecasts and maintain efficient inventory levels.

- Implement best practices for manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality control, and reduce waste.

- Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Sales teams to ensuresmooth product launches and continuous improvement.

4. Analytics & Reporting:

- Develop, maintain, and present comprehensive reports and dashboards related to procurement performance (e.g., cost savings, supplier lead times, quality metrics).

- Generate insightful reports on in-house production metrics, including output, efficiency, downtime, and cost per unit.

- Utilize data-driven insights to identify areas for supply chain optimization, cost reduction, and process improvements.

- Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or relevant Master's degree is a plus.

- 2 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least [MinimumY, e.g., 3-5] years in a leadership or managerial role.

- Proven experience in the Home Appliances or Consumer Durables manufacturing industry is highly preferred.

- Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation.

- Demonstrated experience in managing in-house production operations, including planning, scheduling, and quality control.

- Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g.,advanced Excel, ERP systems, BI tools).

- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

- Proactive problem-solver with a strong results-oriented mindset.