Job Description

Department:

Supply Chain & Procurement
Reports To: Head - SCM / Plant Head
Location: Solar PV Module Manufacturing Plant
Product Line: N-Type TOPCon 720 Wp Modules (M10/G12 cells)

1. ROLE PURPOSE

To ensure 100% material availability for uninterrupted production of TOPCon 720 Wp modules by planning, forecasting, and coordinating procurement based on factory capacity, BOM specifications, and customer orders. The role ensures cost-efficiency, timely supplier management, and alignment with the plant's daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Production-Based Material PlanningPrepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly Material Requirement Plans (MRP) based on production schedules. Translate every order (720 Wp module) into BOM-based material quantities. Maintain consumption norms for TOPCon components (glass, EPE, N-type TOPCon cells, encapsulants, ribbons, frames).
B. Procurement CoordinationRaise PRs/POs as per requirement, ensuring lead-time coverage. Align procurements with supplier production cycles, import timelines, and logistics constraints. Coordinate with QA/QC for incoming inspections.
C. Supplier & Lead-Time ManagementMaintain supplier lead-time database for:

o N-type TOPCon cells
o Glass (2.0 mm)
o Backsheet/glass for bifacial
o EPE/EVA
o Junction boxes (overmolded)
o Ribbon & busbars
o Sealant & adhesivesFollow-up on shipment tracking, customs clearance, loading schedules.
D. Inventory ControlMaintain minimum, maximum, and safety stock levels (10-15 days recommended). Monitor slow-moving, non-moving, and critical inventory. Ensure real-time inventory accuracy via ERP.
E. Cross-Functional CoordinationDaily interaction with Production, Planning, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance. Provide daily/weekly status on material availability to Plant Head/SCM Head.
F. Cost ManagementTrack commodity prices: glass, aluminum, EVA/EPE, junction boxes, and cells. Support negotiations with cost benchmarks. Ensure procurement within approved budget.
G. Documentation & ComplianceEnsure all materials meet UL/IEC certifications. Maintain complete documentation as per ISO and internal audit requirements. Ensure supplier compliance with sustainability and ESG norms.

3. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

EducationEngineering/Science graduate preferred MBA in Supply Chain/Operations (optional but desirable)

Core SkillsStrong MRP & ERP skills Understanding of PV module BOM (specifically TOPCon) Inventory analytics Supplier coordination & negotiation Excel/PowerBI reporting

Behavioral SkillsQuick decision-making Detail orientation Multitasking under pressure Strong communication and follow-up discipline


1. Material Availability & Production Continuity (40%)
KPI Target
Material Availability Index 98%
Stockout Incidents / Month 0
Production Line Downtime Due to Material 0 hrs/month
Accuracy of Weekly Material Plans 95%

2. Inventory Management (25%)
KPI Target
Days of Inventory (DOI) 20-30 days (depending on lead time)
Safety Stock Maintenance 100% compliance
Inventory Accuracy (ERP vs Physical) 99%
Reduction of Slow/Non-Moving Items 10% per quarter

3. Procurement Efficiency & Cost Control (20%)
KPI Target
Procurement Within Budget 95% adherence
Supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full Delivery) 95%
Cost Reduction Initiatives 3-5% annual saving
Lead-Time Optimization 10-15% reduction YoY

4. Compliance & Quality (10%)
KPI Target
Incoming Material QC Pass Rate 98%
Certifications Compliance (UL/IEC) 100%
Audit Findings Zero major non-conformities

5. Reporting & Coordination (5%)
KPI Target
Daily/Weekly Reporting Timeliness 100%
SLA Response Time to Production Queries < 1 hour

Ensure uninterrupted production of TOPCon 720 Wp modules by planning and securing raw materials with zero stockouts, optimal inventory, and strong supplier coordination.

Job Snapshot

Updated Date
19-12-2025
Job ID
AvaadaJob1367
Department
Procurement
Location
Butibori, Maharashtra, India
Experience
12 - 22 Years
Employee Type
Permanent