Senior Manager - Commodity Procurement and Supply Chain

Sr. Manager- Nagpur Hub

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

As the Sr. Manager at the Nagpur Hub within the Farm Division of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimising commodity purchases that support our supply chain operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting thorough market research and supplier evaluations to identify competitive pricing and quality value for commodities essential to our manufacturing process.
• Leading negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable terms, optimal pricing, and timely delivery schedules.
• Compiling and analysing price data from various suppliers to inform purchasing decisions and ensure cost efficiency.
• Preparing and overseeing formal purchasing documents and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
• Serving as a primary liaison between Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd and commodity suppliers, fostering strong professional relationships to facilitate smooth transactions and partnership growth.
• Monitoring and tracking market price fluctuations to proactively adjust purchasing strategies, securing the best possible cost position for the organisation.
• Analysing historical commodity usage and inventory levels in conjunction with current market trends to recommend adjustments to purchasing schedules and inventory management.
• Ensuring all commodity purchase transactions are executed with accuracy and timeliness, coordinating cross-functionally to align supply chain activities with business demands.
• Collaborating with supply chain planning and control teams to integrate purchasing activities into broader operational planning and execution.

This role demands a strategic mindset, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing supplier relationships and procurement operations to support Mahindra’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Preferred Industries

Automotive Industry

Education Qualification

The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational foundation in engineering, specifically:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree, with a preference for Mechanical Engineering, which provides essential technical knowledge relevant to the automotive and manufacturing industries.
• Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles pertaining to materials, processes, and supply chain implications within a manufacturing context.
• Familiarity with procurement and supply chain management concepts is advantageous, complementing the technical background to ensure informed decision-making.

We value candidates who have pursued continuous learning and professional development initiatives beyond their formal education to stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in supply chain and commodity purchasing.

General Experience

The successful candidate will bring robust practical experience that supports their effectiveness in the Sr. Manager role, including:

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in commodity procurement, supply chain planning, or materials management within the automotive or related manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on experience utilizing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and SAP software to facilitate procurement transactions, inventory control, and data analysis.
• Proven ability to analyse market trends and supplier pricing to support strategic sourcing decisions that optimise cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Demonstrated expertise in supplier negotiation, contract management, and maintaining productive vendor relationships within a dynamic and demanding environment.
• Experience applying leadership competencies such as strategic business orientation, customer focus, and innovation to drive supply chain improvements and cost efficiencies.
• A track record of executing procurement activities with high levels of accuracy, accountability, and agility, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.

This broad general experience forms the foundation for impactful contributions to Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd’s supply chain excellence initiatives.

Critical Experience

This role requires critical experience that enables the candidate to excel in a strategic and operational capacity, including:

• Deep expertise in market analysis and supplier management within the automotive commodity procurement domain, with experience specifically relevant to the Farm Division’s product requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills, backed by a proven history of achieving cost reductions while maintaining or enhancing quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and optimise purchasing schedules based on thorough analysis of inventory levels, usage histories, and evolving market conditions.
• Proficiency in leveraging SAP and advanced MRP functionalities to streamline procurement processes, monitor price trends, and manage supplier performance metrics.
• Experience contributing to leadership initiatives aligned with Mahindra's core competencies, including sustainability strategies, customer delight, innovation, and team development.
• The ability to anticipate and respond to business opportunities and challenges on a global scale, applying strategic foresight and maintaining a global mindset in procurement decisions.
• Track record of cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement to drive continuous improvement in supply chain and purchasing operations.

These critical experiences empower the Sr. Manager to lead initiatives that enhance cost-efficiency, supply reliability, and overall business outcomes at the Nagpur Hub.

System Generated Core Skills

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)SAP

System Generated Secondary Skills

Experience Level

Senior Level