Assistant Manager - Procurement

Role: Assistant Manager - Uniform Sourcing Distribution

Job Summary

To manage end-to-end sourcing, procurement, inventory management, and distribution of uniforms for cabin crew, ground staff, and operational personnel, ensuring high standards of quality, cost efficiency, and timely availability aligned with brand identity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Uniform Sourcing Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard uniform suppliers, fabric vendors, and manufacturers.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to optimize cost and quality.
• Ensure vendor compliance with aviation safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing standards.

2. Product Development Quality Assurance

• Collaborate with design teams to develop and finalize uniform specifications.
• Oversee fabric selection, fittings, sizing trials, and sampling approvals.
• Ensure uniforms meet durability, safety, comfort, and brand standards.
• Conduct periodic quality audits and manage defect resolution with vendors.

3. Inventory Warehouse Management

• Manage uniform inventory across warehouses and distribution centers.
• Implement stock planning and replenishment strategies to avoid shortages or excess.
• Track lifecycle of uniforms (issue, replacement, wear tear).
• Ensure accurate inventory records and reporting through ERP systems.

4. Distribution Logistics

• Oversee end-to-end distribution of uniforms to employees across all stations.
• Manage logistics partners for timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure onboarding kits are delivered to new employees as per joining schedules.
• Streamline reverse logistics for replacements, resizing, and returns.

5. Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with HR, Cabin Crew, Ground Operations, and Training teams.
• Act as a single point of contact for all uniform-related requirements.
• Address employee feedback and complaints related to fit, quality, or availability.

6. Budgeting Cost Control

• Track procurement spend and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement measures to reduce wastage and optimize lifecycle costs.

7. Compliance Governance

• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and audit requirements.
• Maintain documentation for contracts, orders, and vendor performance.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement.

8. 100% availability of uniforms for onboarding and reissuance

9. Cost optimization and vendor efficiency improvements

10. High employee satisfaction on uniform quality and availability

11. Timely distribution across all operational locations

Required Skills Experience

• Strong procurement negotiation skills
• Knowledge of textiles(preferred), apparel sourcing, and quality control
• Expertise in inventory supply chain management
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP)
• Strong stakeholder management communication skills
• Problem-solving and process improvement mindset

Good to Have

• Experience handling multi-location distribution
• Understanding of branding impact in uniforms (especially aviation)
• Exposure to sustainability practices and eco-friendly fabrics

Educational Q ualification

• Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Textile, Fashion, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 3 to 5 years of experience in uniform sourcing / apparel procurement / supply chain
• Prior experience in aviation, hospitality, retail, or large workforce industries is preferred

Location: Akasa Air Head Office

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