Manager - Procurement & Supply Chain

About the job

Manager -Procurement & Supply Chain This position will have responsibilities related to procurement (majorly), supply chain and logistics to serving Aimler Solutions and its affiliates as Aimler Solutions clients and will manage supply chain, domestic logistics management, transportation and warehouses located overseas / international and the position will be in Ahmedabad, India. Job Duties/ Responsibilities: • Responsible for all aspects of analysis of profitable global sourcing, including but not limited to; supplier onboarding and vetting, supplier contracts, supplier management, expeditor management, licensing agreements and contracts, overseas supply chain and landed cost models, container optimization and MOQ negotiation, quality control, product development and compliance. • Reviews and analyze proposal requirements, ensure overall quality, and ensure 100% compliance with the Request for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP) and other proposal requirements. • Work with team for the analysis bidding process from initial RFP/contact through contract signing by overseeing the initiation and coordination of proposal technical development process and managing proposal related tasks. • Work with Sales team to complete questionnaires, RFPs, bids, forms, and general requests for information from customers who require additional information before awarding the business and placing purchase products. • Drive all analysis activities leading cost reduction leveraging landed cost methodologies, considering transportation, duties, insurance, and other elements to be the lowest cost provider. • Supports the preparation of offers, bids, contracts and other sales-related documents required by customers and understands standard pricing & bid strategy. • Negotiate with suppliers/vendors to procure products and services at the optimal prices, terms by utilizing strategic sourcing strategies and knowledge of the retail industry. • Ensure that all contracts relating to product sourcing contain all details negotiated within the contract including pricing and quantity. • Prepare appropriate reports and analysis to aid in decision making for sourcing the products. • Help manage and analyze procurement, planning, scheduling, and inventory, shipping and receiving and delivering products to customers. • Set up a comprehensive competitive proposal for the customer. • Ensures work is being coordinated between proper departments to meet project requirements. • Ensures effective management of procurement procedures as established in company policies. • Reporting status information to various departments as requested. • Communicates needs and objectives to key internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, sales, service, manufacturing, and management. • Responsible for various aspects of International and domestic Transportation from origin booking through final delivery. • Track and trace containers from origin to destination and communicate any delays to all parties involved. • Ensure production orders and documentation are in following compliance with customs requirements for import to the United States. • Review imports broker/custom documentation (knowledge of HTS codes is helpful but not required) on a regular basis. • Communicate with affiliated departments and teams regarding timelines for incoming production shipments and container loads. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, marketing, and logistics, to gather insights and validate demand forecasts. • Develop and maintain demand planning reports, dashboards, and metrics to track performance and identify areas for improvement. • Verify that demand forecasts are accurate and up to date before placing new purchase orders. • Check for any changes in customer demand, seasonal fluctuations, or market trends that may impact demand. • Ensure that inventory levels are optimal and that new purchases align with demand forecasts. • Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure that purchase orders are placed efficiently and effectively. • Manages invoicing process for distributor and OEM customers, and ensures correct pricing is reflected. Personal Characteristics: • Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities. Technologically savvy. • Well-developed interpersonal skills-can work with diverse personalities, is tactful, mature; facilitates and provides positive reinforcement. • Exemplary work ethic with a desire to become an “expert” in this field. • Able to recognize and support the organization's priorities and preferences. • Strong communication/presentation skills, written and verbal. • Results-oriented with the ability to balance customer service levels/other business considerations.

Requirements

• procurement
• supply chain
• logistics
• sourcing
• contract negotiation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Supply Chain Management
• 5 plus years of supply chain experience

Preferred Technologies

• procurement
• supply chain
• logistics
• sourcing
• contract negotiation