We are looking for an experienced and proactive Assistant Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain to manage domestic and international procurement of electronic components, modules, IT hardware, networking products, software licences, surveillance equipment and other technology-related products.
The role covers the complete procurement lifecycle—from requirement and BOM review to vendor selection, negotiation, purchase order, import coordination, delivery and supplier-performance management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement from purchase requisition to material receipt and order closure.
- Review BOMs, technical specifications, configurations, OEM part numbers and project requirements with Engineering, IT, Production and Project teams.
- Source products through OEMs, authorised distributors, system integrators, manufacturers and qualified domestic and international suppliers.
- Obtain quotations, prepare technical-commercial comparisons and negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery, warranty, SLA, AMC and replacement terms.
- Evaluate purchases based on total cost of ownership, technical compatibility, product lifecycle, support availability and delivery risk.
- Prepare Purchase Orders and follow up on order confirmation, availability, dispatch, shipment and delivery.
- Calculate landed cost, including currency, freight, insurance, customs duty, taxes and handling charges.
- Coordinate international procurement with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, Finance and Stores.
- Verify component authenticity, product specifications, licences, warranty, traceability and applicable compliance requirements.
- Monitor lead times, MOQ, allocation, NCNR conditions, component shortages, product discontinuation and obsolescence risks.
- Develop alternate vendors, dual-source strategies, local sourcing and import-substitution opportunities.
- Plan purchases based on project schedules, production forecasts, IT requirements, inventory levels and safety-stock requirements.
- Track software subscriptions, licence renewals, warranties, AMCs and support-contract expiry dates.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, technical support and after-sales service.
- Coordinate incoming inspection, installation support, rejected-material replacement, warranty claims and RMA activities.
- Maintain vendor databases, price history, purchase records, approved supplier lists and procurement documentation.
- Prepare periodic reports on pending POs, shortages, supplier status, cost savings, imports and supply-chain risks.
Procurement Categories
Electronics and Technology Components
- Semiconductors, ICs, processors and microcontrollers
- System-on-Modules, Single-Board Computers and AI/edge-computing modules
- Image sensors, camera modules, lenses and illuminators
- PCBs, PCBAs, memory, storage and communication modules
- Power supplies, batteries, converters, connectors, cables and sensors
- CCTV, NVR/DVR, IoT, embedded and industrial technology products
IT Hardware and Infrastructure
- Servers, GPU servers, workstations, desktops and laptops
- Storage systems, NAS/SAN devices, SSDs and backup equipment
- Routers, switches, firewalls, access points and communication devices
- Racks, UPS systems, monitors, printers and IT peripherals
- Data-centre and networking accessories
- OEM spares, upgrades, warranties and annual maintenance contracts
Software and IT Services
- Operating systems and enterprise software licences
- Cybersecurity, backup and productivity software
- Development tools and database licences
- Cloud, SaaS and subscription-based services
- Technical support, implementation and managed-service contracts