Deputy Manager

Lead – Stores (Floating Solar Projects) Location Project Sites / Surat HO (with travel to pan-India sites) Employment Type Full-time Role Purpose Own and lead end-to-end stores operations for floating solar (FPV) projects—ensuring right-stock, right-place, right-time with full compliance, traceability, and zero line stoppage. This role will steward materials unique to floating solar (pontoons, HDPE accessories, mooring components, SS/galvanized structures, PV modules, inverters, cables) and ensure robust controls in humid, UV-exposed, and near-water environments. Key Responsibilities 1) Inventory & Warehouse Management Manage receiving, storage, issuance, and reverse logistics for FPV materials: PV modules, inverters, HDPE pontoons, walkways, mooring lines/anchors, SS/galvanized fasteners, combiner boxes, DC/AC cables, float accessories, junction boxes, SCADA & LV panels, PPE, and consumables. Implement FIFO/FEFO , ABC classification, cycle counts , yearly stock take , and variance closure with RCA & CAPA. Ensure specialized storage for IP-rated equipment , moisture-sensitive electronics (silica gel, desiccants), UV exposure management (covered yards), and corrosion control. Establish & maintain min–max/reorder levels , safety stock, and MRP triggers in ERP (SAP/MM or equivalent). Maintain serialization/traceability (QR/barcode) for modules, inverters, and critical spares. 2) Site Readiness & Project Interface Align daily with Construction, Planning, and SCM to support project schedules; ensure zero material-related stoppages . Prepare material kitting for raft assembly, stringing, mooring installation, and electrical termination. Plan on-water logistics (raft/barge loading, lifting plans, staging near embankments) with safety-first operations. Coordinate with QA/QC for incoming inspections , sampling plans, and non-conformance handling (NCRs, MRB, return-to-vendor). 3) HSE, Compliance & Audits Enforce 5S , safe stacking, aisles, and handling for heavy/oversized items (pontoons, modules, anchors). Maintain MSDS, hazardous material controls (batteries/chemicals), and lifting gear certifications. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001/14001/45001 , and support internal/external audits, customer audits, and statutory inspections. Implement SOPs for water-proximate storage , spill control, emergency response, and electrical safety. 4) Documentation & Systems Operate ERP for GRN, MIGO, reservations, reservations-issuance, RTV, stock transfers , and subcontractor consumption. Maintain complete document trails : delivery challans, e-way bills, gate entries, inspection reports, and NCR closures. Publish daily/weekly dashboards : stock status, ageing, open PR/PO vs. requirements, forecasted shortages, and turn rates. 5) Vendor, Logistics & Cost Liaise with vendors/3PL for OTIF deliveries; manage inbound/outbound scheduling and demurrage avoidance . Support import/customs (if applicable), packing list verification, and Incoterms compliance. Optimize space utilization , racking layouts, staging zones, and handling equipment to reduce handling damage and cost. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Inventory Accuracy : ≥ 98% (cycle count & annual) OTIF to Site Execution : ≥ 95% against weekly plans Stock-Outs : Zero critical stock-outs (modules, inverters, mooring kits, pontoons) Material Loss/Damage : ≤ 0.2% of inventory value GRN TAT : ≤ 24–48 hours from physical receipt Aging & Dead Stock : Aging >90 days ≤ agreed target; dead stock minimized via redistribution/returns Audit Scores : ≥ 90% across QHSE and customer audits Qualifications & Experience Graduate (Engineering/Diploma preferred) in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial or Supply Chain. 7–10+ years in stores/warehouse management; 2–3+ years in renewable/EPC/utilities preferred. Hands-on with ERP (SAP/MM or similar) , barcode/QR systems, and Excel reporting. Experience with marine/near-water logistics and handling heavy/oversized/UV-sensitive materials is a plus. Skills & Competencies Strong grasp of inventory control , MRP , kitting , and project material planning . Knowledge of mooring hardware , HDPE pontoons/floats , anti-corrosion practices, and electrical materials. Familiarity with lifting plans , rigging , and on-water movement of materials. People leadership : supervise storekeepers, operators, and contract manpower; training & shift planning. Problem solving & RCA , stakeholder management, and crisp communication.