AM/DM - Plant Buying

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Responsibilities

As an AM/DM Plant Buying at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd in the Farm Division, you will play a key role in the Supply Chain Planning & Control department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Implementing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and SAP systems for efficient procurement
• Negotiating contracts and pricing agreements
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with business objectives
• Managing inventory levels to optimize working capital
• Monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issues promptly
• Participating in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Preferred Industries

Logistics

Education Qualification

To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor of Engineering degree with a specialization in Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, having certifications in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and SAP will be advantageous. Your educational qualifications will provide you with a strong foundation to understand technical aspects of procurement processes and collaborate effectively with engineering teams.

General Experience

With 2-4 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, you have developed a deep understanding of sourcing strategies, vendor management, and inventory control. Your experience in implementing MRP and SAP systems has equipped you with the necessary skills to drive operational efficiency and cost savings.

Critical Experience

Having exposure to the Automotive Industry will be beneficial for this role. Your critical experience should include a proven track record of successfully managing supplier relationships, conducting negotiations, and contributing to process enhancements. Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and SAP will be essential to drive procurement processes effectively within the organization.

System Generated Core Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Influencing Skills

Conflict Management

Procurement

Material Costing

Benchmarking

Cost Management

Cost Reduction Management

Market Research

Logistics Systems

Digitization

Analytics

Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Supplier Development

Sourcing

Procurement Strategy

Inventory Management

System Generated Secondary Skills