Parts Warehouse Manager

Parts Warehouse Manager - Bangalore

We are looking for an experienced, proven, energetic, multi-talented, versatile, passionate, and hands-on Spare Parts Manager.

You must be an expert in spare parts of different engines, transmission, and many other miscellaneous components. Experience in the Automotive or Agricultural machinery sector is preferred. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire spare parts operation across India. This role involves strategic planning, inventory management, supplier relations, logistics, and team leadership to ensure that spare parts are efficiently procured, managed, and distributed to meet customer and service needs in a timely manner.

You must have good people skills, good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with people across teams e.g., Production Planning, Fabrication, Machining, Welding, Powder Coating, Assembly, Testing, Sales, Service, Accounts, Audit, Management, and our dealers.

Responsibilities include-

1. Spare Parts Inventory Management:

a. Develop and implement strategies for effective spare parts inventory management, including demand forecasting and stock optimization.

b. Maintain appropriate stock levels to ensure availability while minimizing excess inventory and associated costs.

c. Utilize inventory management systems to track parts and manage stock efficiently.

d. Keep track of old machinery sold by KisanKraft and keep the necessary quantity of parts to support customers.Actively manage over 20,000 different parts, eliminate duplicates, wrong parts, inefficiencies in ordering and stocking

2. Supplier and Vendor Management:

a. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing of spare parts.

b. Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms and manage costs.

c. Resolve any issues related to parts quality, delivery delays, or discrepancies with suppliers.

3. Logistics and Distribution:

a. Oversee the logistics and distribution of spare parts to ensure prompt delivery to customers, service centers, and dealers.

b. Develop and manage warehousing and transportation strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency.

c. Monitor and optimize distribution processes to improve service levels and reduce lead times.

4. Team Management:

a. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of spare parts coordinators, warehouse staff, and logistics personnel.

b. Provide training and development opportunities to team members to improve their skills and performance.

c. Conduct regular performance reviews and implement action plans to address any performance issues.

5. Customer Service:

a. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing spare parts-related inquiries and resolving issues effectively.

b. Collaborate with the service and sales teams to understand customer requirements and provide appropriate parts solutions.

c. Work with production, sales, accounts, and finance for proper order planning of spare parts.

6. Process Improvement:

a. Continuously evaluate and enhance spare parts management processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support company goals.

b. Implement best practices and technological solutions to streamline operations and increase effectiveness.

c. Organize parts properly at HQ, Manufacturing and Branches. Coordinate with Branches and plan parts stock at various branches based on sales.

7. Reporting and Analysis:

a. Prepare and present regular reports on spare parts inventory, procurement, and distribution performance to senior management.

b. Analyze data and trends to make informed decisions and forecast future parts needs.

c. Audit parts stock at branches at least twice a year

8. Compliance and Safety:

a. Ensure compliance with local regulations, company policies, and industry standards in all spare parts operations.

b. Promote and enforce safety practices and procedures within the parts management and warehousing areas.