Head of Supply Chain Management

About CompanyiBus is a digital infrastructure company with a vision to connect everyone, everything, everywhere. We aim to bridge the digital divide by providing scalable connectivity solutions. As a pioneer in the 5G convergence landscape, we specialize in building interoperable digital connectivity infrastructure.One of our core services is being a leading neutral host In-Building Solutions (IBS) provider in India. We offer comprehensive in-building solutions to various sectors, including real estate buildings, hospitals, hotels, commercial spaces, educational institutions, and government buildings nationwide.Additionally, we are a leading Managed Wi-Fi services provider, delivering reliable and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity. Our focus extends to location-based services that enhance user experiences and improve business operations. We have extensive coverage in the hospitality sector, and we cater to education campuses, co-working spaces, and co-living spaces as well.Through the integration of our existing in-building and Wi-Fi services with intelligent IoT and data solutions, we are revolutionizing digital infrastructure solutions. With the necessary regulatory authorizations, iBus is driving innovation and transforming the digital landscape for businesses across various industries.Position SummaryAs a Leader, Commercial head will be responsible for driving synergies between the supply chain and deployment function. On one hand build in best-in-class procurement and warehousing & logistic practices and on other lead the timely execution of network project rollout as per business and network plan for Mobility business. Thus, resulting in delivery & cost efficiencies contributing to the overall profitability of the Business.Key Responsibilities1. Supply Chain Strategy & Governance- Define and execute the end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with business plans, AOP, and long-term growth objectives. - Establish strong governance, controls, and policies across Plan-to-Procure and Procure-to-Pay processes. - Ensure compliance, audit readiness, risk management, and regulatory adherence across supply chain operations.2. Planning & Execution Excellence- Provide leadership oversight for Master Production Scheduling (MPS) and Material Requirement Planning (MRP) aligned with business planning cycles. - Own accountability for item-level planning accuracy, execution discipline, and service-level performance. - Lead structured project planning to meet monthly and quarterly targets, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing contingency plans to ensure delivery continuity. - Maintain strong working familiarity with digital supply chain systems and tools.3. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership- Lead strategic buying and complex contract negotiations for Capex and Opex in line with Business AOP. - Ensure best-in-class vendor selection, pricing, contract compliance, and AP governance. - Build long-term supplier partnerships focused on cost leadership, quality, innovation, and supply assurance.4. Financial Stewardship & Business Acumen- Own the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the Supply Chain function with strong cost, margin, and working capital focus. - Drive budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning, and variance analysis. - Translate operational metrics into clear financial outcomes including inventory turns, cash flow impact, ROI, and margin improvement. - Publish and present MIS, dashboards, and insights to senior leadership, investors, and board members.5. Partner Development & Governance- Identify, onboard, and develop strategic material and service partners to achieve cost, quality, and delivery synergies. - Lead structured governance reviews with internal stakeholders and vendors, driving corrective and preventive actions. - Strengthen supplier ecosystems to support scalability and long-term business continuity.6. Material, Inventory & Logistics Management- Provide leadership for logistics, freight, and warehouse management (3PL) across multiple locations. - Ensure robust inventory control, including WIP (Work in Progress) and SRM (Site Return Material), minimizing working capital lock-in. - Ensure 100% material accounting accuracy and governance of fixed asset movement (GB/NB)7. Cost Efficiency & Value Creation- Champion cost optimization, value engineering, and productivity initiatives across the supply chain. - Leverage process engineering, digitization, and innovation to deliver sustainable cost savings and profitability improvement.8. Quality, Process Excellence & Transformation- Implement and enforce stringent quality standards, audits, and compliance mechanisms across supply chain processes. - Lead continuous improvement, process re-engineering, and transformation initiatives to build a scalable and future-ready supply chain.9. Leadership, Stakeholder & Board Engagement- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership, investors, and board members. - Confidently present supply chain strategy, performance, risks, and investment proposals at board and audit committee forums. - Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams with a strong culture of accountability and ownership10. Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Collaboration- Partner with Engineering, Projects, Network Operations, Sales, and Finance to align procurement with delivery and service commitments. - Support solution design decisions with cost, availability, and risk inputs. - Collaborate with global OEMs and regional partners to support expansion and innovation.Mobility Solutions – Specific Responsibilities(Indoor cellular, DAS, small cells, IBS, telecom infrastructure)- Own end-to-end sourcing for active and passive mobility infrastructure, including DAS/IBS equipment, small cells, antennas, RF components, fiber, power systems, and associated civil works. - Manage procurement for long-lead and regulatory-sensitive items, ensuring alignment with rollout milestones. - Develop alternate sourcing strategies for critical components to minimize network deployment risks. - Manage frequent design, BOM, and site condition changes through controlled change management and rapid sourcing adjustments. - Optimize CAPEX per site through value engineering, design-to-cost initiatives, and commercial structuring. - Ensure strict adherence to operator, OEM, and telecom compliance standards across all sourced materials.Managed Wi-Fi Solutions – Specific Responsibilities(Enterprise Wi-Fi, hospitality, campuses, residential, managed Wifi services)- Own end-to-end sourcing for Wi-Fi access points, controllers, switches, gateways, structured cabling, edge devices, and customer-premise equipment (CPE) - Lead procurement of cloud controllers, software licenses, subscriptions, and managed service platforms. - Optimize commercial models for term-based licenses, renewals, upgrades, and scale-up/down flexibility - Build a scalable ecosystem of OEMs, distributors, MSPs, and support partners. - Support rapid deployment cycles with standardized SKUs and vendor frameworks. - Optimize OPEX for managed services through contract structuring and vendor consolidation - Ensure strict adherence to OEM, and compliance standards across all sourced materials.Key Performance indicators- Pricing Index Improvement: 5–10% YoY CAPEX efficiency. Savings must be realized, not negotiated - DPO Improvement by 10% - On-Time Material Availability: ≥98%of sites receiving full BOM before deployment start - Plan to Procure TAT- 5 working days. - MRP Accuracy: Planned vs actual material requirement should be in the range ≥95% - TAT for Vendor Identification - Team productivity - Team ESATSkills & Competencies- Predictable, scalable procurement engine supporting both Mobility and Managed Wi-Fi - Contract negotiations and vendor management. - Experience of handling large project deployment. - Effective communication/people skills to manage team and partners. - Strong process and audit orientation - Measurable cost savings and working capital release - Reduced deployment and service risks - Strong vendor partnerships aligned with iBUS’s long-term roadmap - Digitized, audit-ready procurement functionPreferred Qualification & ExperienceB.E/B. Tech with 15-18 years of experience in the domain of supply chain & project management from Telecom / Infrastructure experience.

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