Description:

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Department: Supply Chain

Reporting To: Head Supply Chain

Role Objective:

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain execution, ensuring seamless procurement, logistics, inventory management, and vendor performance, while supporting the Supply Chain Head in strategic and operational decision-making.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

1. Procurement & Vendor Management

- Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, packaging, and consumables as per demand plan

- Identify, onboard, and manage strategic & operational vendors

- Lead price negotiations, contract finalization, and PO management

- Monitor vendor performance on cost, quality, delivery timelines, and compliance

- Drive cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality

- Maintain strong supplier relationships and develop alternate sourcing options

2. Logistics & Transportation Management

- Plan and execute inbound & outbound logistics efficiently across locations

- Coordinate with transporters, warehouses, and 3PL partners

- Ensure on-time deliveries and minimize transit losses and damages

- Optimize freight cost through route planning and transporter negotiations

- Track logistics KPIs like OTIF (On-Time In-Full), freight cost per unit, transit time

- Resolve logistics escalations and ensure minimal business disruption

3. Inventory Planning & Control

- Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid stock-outs and overstocking

- Implement inventory control mechanisms (FIFO/FEFO, safety stock, reorder levels)

- Monitor inventory ageing, slow-moving & obsolete stock

- Coordinate with operations & planning teams for accurate demand forecasting

- Conduct periodic stock audits & reconciliations

- Improve inventory turns and working capital efficiency

4. Demand Planning & Cross-Functional Coordination

- Work closely with sales, operations, and finance teams to align supply with demand

- Support monthly/quarterly forecasting & planning cycles

- Ensure smooth new product / SKU launches from a supply readiness perspective

- Act as a bridge between Supply Chain Head and execution teams

5. Process Excellence & Compliance

- Develop, document, and implement SOPs for procurement & logistics

- Ensure adherence to statutory, audit, and internal compliance requirements

- Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives

- Support internal and external audits related to supply chain functions

6. MIS, Reporting & Data Analysis

- Prepare and present daily / weekly / monthly MIS reports to Supply Chain Head

- Track key supply chain KPIs and highlight risks & action plans

- Use ERP/SAP systems for data accuracy and real-time reporting

- Provide insights for strategic decision-making using data analytics

7. Team & Stakeholder Management

- Guide and support junior team members (if applicable)

- Manage internal stakeholder expectations effectively

- Handle escalations professionally and ensure timely resolution

Educational Qualification:

MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain / Operations / Logistics

From a Tier-1 / Premier Institute

Experience Required:

34 years of hands-on experience in procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations