Engineer - Supply Chain

# Engineer / Senior Engineer SCM E - Components Import ## Company Overview IPEC India Private Limited is involved in the Automotive, Electric Vehicle (EV), and Electronics Manufacturing industry, focusing on the import logistics and supply chain management of electronic components. ## Job Summary This role is responsible for the **end-to-end management** of electronic component (E-component) imports, import logistics, customs compliance, and oversight of local subcontract and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) partners. The incumbent will work closely with global suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal cross-functional teams to ensure timely material availability, cost-effective operations, and robust supply chain resilience for both Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and EV programs. ## Responsibilities - **Electronic Component (E-Component) Import Management** - Manage the end-to-end import lifecycle for electronic components including ICs, MCUs, power modules, connectors, passive components, sensors, and EV-specific parts. - Track global component availability, lead times, and coordinate with Tier-2/Tier-3 suppliers and authorized distributors. - Manage open purchase orders and expedite actions for critical shortages or Engineering Change Notices (ECNs). - Conduct regular supplier reviews and drive corrective actions for delivery or quality issues. - Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and support dual-source/alternate-source qualification with engineering and quality teams. - Support PPAP/APQP documentation requirements and align BOM changes with sourcing timelines. - **Import Logistics & Customs Compliance** - Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs brokers for air, sea, and courier shipments. - Ensure timely filing and accuracy of import documentation such as commercial invoices and certificates of origin. - Monitor customs clearance and resolve holds and classification disputes. - Maintain import cost trackers and analyze landed costs against budget, driving cost optimization through Incoterm negotiation. - Coordinate with Finance for advance remittance of import payments. - Drive shipment visibility through logistics portals and internal trackers. - **Local Subcontract / EMS Management** - Issue and track purchase orders/work orders to EMS partners and monitor build schedules. - Coordinate kit preparation and reconcile BOM shortages before build release. - Manage ECN/PCN implementation and ensure update control between internal PLM and EMS records. - Identify and qualify new EMS/subcontract partners to improve capacity and capabilities. - **Cross-functional & Reporting** - Maintain import and subcontract data in ERP (SAP) and other tracking tools for team visibility. - Generate weekly and monthly supply chain reports including shortage lists and import pipeline. - Participate in S&OP/material review meetings to represent supply chain risks and mitigation plans. ## Qualifications - **Education:** - B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), or Mechanical/Industrial Engineering. - MBA in Supply Chain or Operations is preferred for Senior Engineer. - **Experience:** - Engineer: 2-4 years in import sourcing, logistics coordination, or EMS management (automotive/electronics preferred). - Senior Engineer: 4-8 years with demonstrated ownership of import programs and EMS management; EV/ADAS component experience is a strong plus. - **Technical Skills:** - Familiarity with semiconductor supply chain and supplier relationships. - Understanding EMS/PCB assembly processes and BOM management. - Knowledge of APQP/PPAP and IATF 16949 supplier quality requirements. - Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP and Excel/Google Sheets. - **Soft Skills:** - Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills. - Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to work under time pressure. - Problem-solving orientation with root-cause analysis abilities. ## Preferred Skills - Prior experience with EV E-component sourcing. - Exposure to free trade agreements. - Knowledge of component obsolescence management. ## Experience - 2-4 years for Engineer level and 4-8 years for Senior Engineer level in relevant fields. ## Environment - Work setting is full-time and on-site at the Bangalore, Karnataka location. - General shift from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST with flexibility for overseas coordination. - Occasional domestic and international travel for supplier audits. ## Salary Not specified. ## Growth Opportunities Not specified. ## Benefits Not specified.