Key Responsibilities: 1. Supply Chain Strategy & Optimization - Develop and implement a scalable, agile supply chain strategy aligned with business goals. - Ensure supply chain operations support rapid product movement, short shelf life, and seasonal demand fluctuations. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives in sourcing, warehousing, and logistics. 2. Procurement & Supplier Management - Oversee procurement of raw materials, packaging, and ingredients with a focus on quality, traceability, and cost-efficiency. - Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships; manage supplier risk and performance. - Ensure ethical and sustainable sourcing practices aligned with food industry regulations. 3. Food Safety & Compliance - Ensure all supply chain operations comply with national and international food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000, etc.). - Partner with QA/QC teams to maintain product quality and safety throughout the supply chain. - Manage traceability systems for product recall readiness and regulatory audits. 4. Logistics & Domestic distribution - Optimize transportation routes and manage last mile connectivity with finished products at customer site - Ensure integrity of the cold chain for temperature-sensitive products across storage and transit. - Reduce spoilage, product loss, and logistics costs through innovative solutions and partnerships. 5. Demand Planning, Inventory Control - Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) to align production, supply, and demand forecasts. - Maintain optimal inventory levels to support customer needs while minimizing waste and holding costs. - Leverage data-driven forecasting tools to improve accuracy and responsiveness. 6. Team Leadership & Development - Build and manage a high-performing supply chain team across procurement, planning, logistics, and warehousing. - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. - Train and mentor team members to build internal capability and succession pipelines. Experience: - At least 12 to 15 years of supply chain experience, including 7+ years in a leadership role in the food - Strong background in logistics, food safety compliance, and high-velocity distribution environments - Highly meticulous in maintaining Management Information Systems (MIS), ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Skilled at preparing comprehensive reports and ready to present them to supervisors promptly upon request, facilitating informed decision-making - Strong negotiation skills within the food industry, backed by thorough knowledge of the supplier base in southern parts of India (Bangalore & Hyderabad preferred)

Bangalore

General Manager - Supply Chain - FMCG 

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