About The Business    Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.

Responsibilities

• To lead the procurement function for feeder parts, raw materials, consumables, and cutting tools in a high-volume, mass production environment. The role ensures uninterrupted material supply, cost optimization, and supplier performance to support continuous manufacturing operations

Essential Attributes

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for high-volume production materials including feeder parts, raw materials, consumables, and cutting tools.
• Ensure 100% on-time delivery of materials to support mass production schedules.
• Evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) targets.
• Collaborate with production, planning, maintenance, and quality teams to align procurement with operational needs.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation.
• Implement supplier performance metrics and conduct regular reviews.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, safety standards, and statutory regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 15-18 years of experience in procurement or supply chain in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of direct materials used in electronics or precision manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and MS Excel.

Desired Experience Level 

•    Experience in electronics or automotive manufacturing.
•    Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
•    Familiarity with lean manufacturing, JIT, and Kanban systems.
•    Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.