Head - Supply Chain - FMCG

Position Title: Head - Supply Chain

Department: Supply Chain

Business Unit: Corporate

Location: Kolkata

Reports To (Direct): President

No of Direct Reportees: 3

Purpose of the Position : ( Major purpose why this role exists in the organization)

This position is responsible for:

1) Leading the Supply Chain function so as to establish pan India footprint.

2) Formulating supply chain strategy to ensure planning and distribution of finished products to meet demand forecasts and sales plans

3) Leading projects and technological innovation initiatives with a view to bringing about continuous improvement in supply chain efficiencies, cost control and quality assurance

4) Strategizing depot network augmentation and logistics support to meet business plan targets

5) Leading and guiding staff to deliver as per desired service standards

Detailed Responsibilities (Major responsibilities of this position) :-

Managing supply chain operations of the company with the ultimate goal of establishing industry leadership in India and foreign markets

Overseeing demand forecasting and supply chain planning as in line with annual and monthly business plans of the company

Managing all operations to realize the strategic objectives and targets of the company while maintaining quality and cost standards

Directing and supervising the functioning and smooth operations of all the departments reporting to the position

Analyzing the Forecast received from Sale and driving the consequent Production & Package Plans annually and monthly

Driving the Sales & Operation Planning (S&OP) meeting with all stake holder regularly

Ensuring seamless logistics operations from plant to depots/ customers of company's products

Coordinating with Production to track production and despatches are in line with plans

Doing capacity planning and management for building necessary depot/ CFA and logistics infrastructure for efficient supply chain flow

Finalizing selection and empanelment of transporters after necessary verifications and negotiations

Guiding departments concerned in the preparation of action plans based on the MIS analysis and reviews actions taken by concerned departments to minimize losses, service failures and complaints

Overseeing that Sauda commitments are met as planned

Providing inputs on New Product Development

Ensuring Inventory Management of finished goods at plants and depots to reduce inventory costs

Ensuring adherence to company strategic plans on all budgetary targets while executing all other duties and responsibilities expected from the job

Continuously identifying opportunities for technology and process related up gradation/innovation with a view to enhancing supply chain efficiencies

Participating in industry forums and maintains formal and informal contacts with industry organizations with a view to maintaining a track of latest industry trends in supply chain and logistics issues

Educational Qualification Requirements:

Qualification: BTech (Additional) Specialization (if any):- Supply Chain Management

Qualification: MBA (Essential)

Work Experience Requirements:

Experience: 15 to 25 years of experience

Industries: FMCG Preferable

Organizational Interfaces:

Internal Interface ( Departments / Designations, this position needs to interface within the organization to accomplish its task effectively):

1) Planning

2) Logistics

3) Quality

4) Stores

5) Accounts

6) HR

External Interface (Public Departments / External Agencies, this position needs to interface outside the organization to accomplish its task effectively):

1) Vendors/Suppliers

Knowledge & Skills Required (Functional / Technical):

1) Supply Chain Management

2) Planning & Scheduling

3) QA Awareness & Management

4) Cost Consciousness

5) Vendor Management

6) Inventory Control & Material Management

7) Knowledge of Safety Practices

8) Knowledge of New Initiatives

9) Liaison (Internal & External)

10) Stores Management

Job Competencies Required (Behavioural):

1) Leadership Orientation

2) Concern for Order, Quality & Accuracy

3) Initiative

4) Information Seeking

5) Interpersonal Understanding

6) Organizational Commitment

7) Impact and Influence

8) Flexibility

9) Analytical Thinking

10) Developing Others