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With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms.\nTo know more, please visit: www.skf.com/in\n\nSKF Purpose Statement\nTogether, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.\nBy creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet\nJOB DESCRIPTION\nPosition Title: Operations & Supply Chain Manager, Services\nRole Type: Individual Contribution\nLocation: Pune\nJob Responsibilities\nThe Operational Manager will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement of manpower services, site specific material, Inventory management, demand planning, supplier management, and customer service. 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