Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.
Website:
loram.com
Job details:
REF143L
The Supply Chain Manager will establish and lead a cost-competitive, high-performing India supply base to support global heavy equipment manufacturing and aftermarket operations. This role is responsible for developing a localized supplier network that meets export standards, drives cost efficiency, and supports both OEM and service parts production. The successful candidate will be a strategic sourcing expert with strong leadership and supplier management experience in the heavy equipment industry.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supply Base Development
- Establish and qualify a robust, cost-competitive India-based supplier network capable of meeting heavy equipment OEM export standards.
- Oversee global sourcing projects in coordination and through the strategic sourcing team and process.
- In tight coordination with quality localize production of key mechanical, hydraulic, and fabricated components to support global builds and aftermarket service parts.
- Lead supplier onboarding, technical capability assessments, and compliance audits to ensure readiness for global programs.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
- Oversee commercial negotiations with turnkey and component suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
- Build and sustain long-term supplier partnerships through a structured Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework.
- Monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, PPM, cost savings, lead times) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect continuity of supply and cost competitiveness.
Equipment Project Build Leadership
- Ensure our budgets, timelines, and projects are set up for success by developing sourcing plans prior to award using our ProLaunch 85 process.
- Lead sourcing and procurement activities for India-based build projects, ensuring materials and components are delivered on time, to specification, and within budget.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and logistics to align sourcing plans with production and schedules.
Team Leadership & Development
- Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing local supply chain team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and operational excellence.
- Support the buyers by performing aftermarket support RFQs and escalations
- Implement global standards and leadership work in purchasing and sourcing.
- Serve as the India Supply Chain Leader, coordinating all central supply chain activities with the entire site.
- Work with the global teams to optimize inventory, forecast and deliver results to inventory targets
- Uphold Loram ICAR values and policies, and drive a culture of safety into every aspect of what we do
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
- Action Orientated
- High Impact Communication
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Negotiation
- Passion for Results
- Problem solving
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply chain Management, business, engineering, finance, or related field
Experience:
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management within the heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing sector.
- Demonstrated success in supplier development, cost reduction, and export-oriented supply base creation in India.
- Proven leadership ability managing cross-functional, multicultural teams.
- Strong understanding of fabrication, machining, hydraulics, castings, and component supply chains.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, and cost analysis tools.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development
- Cost Reduction & Value Engineering
- Project & Budget Management
- Global Supply Chain Integration
- Team Leadership & Development
- Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPM/CPSM/APICS/MBA/Engineering certification or other related licenses
- General understanding of the lean/Six Sigma practices and processes
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