Heads the Distribution Network for McDonald's India (West + South). Responsible to ensure an effective and high performing distribution network to achieve the key deliverables of Assured Supply of Food, Paper and Operating Supplies at the most competitive distribution costs to McDonald's restaurants in India. 1. Holds accountability for the performance of the entire distribution network as per the defined metrics of assured supply, quality and cost. Is responsible for setting up appropriate review mechanisms (Quarterly reviews, Annual reviews, Supplier Performance Index etc.) with the distribution partner. KPIs for the role being OTIF, Forecast Accuracy, inventory days etc. 2. Leads the negotiation process with distribution partners to effectively manage annual distribution budgets 3. Leads change and innovation that leads to predictable & competitive costs to the system by working with the distribution partner on areas like network optimization, pricing protocols, technological innovations, productivity etc. 4. Holds accountability for the quality performance of the distribution system measured by the McDonalds Distribution Quality Management Program audits and ensures 100% compliance to the McDonalds system quality expectations 5. Leads the field distribution team in meeting the service expectations of the restaurants in the market 6. Liaises with the market managers and identifies market level opportunities on costs and service levels. 7. Guides the field support team to analyze restaurant P&Ls and identify opportunities to optimize costs and drive efficiencies and to implement the distribution systems and policies 8. Tracks changes in government policies across regions to identify opportunities arising out of taxation 9. Manage the allotted category of food products from a strategic and operational perspective. 10. Formulate and execute long term category strategies in order to deliver on the long term goals of assured supply and predictable and competitive pricing 11. Understand the product portfolio in details, understand the suppliers value chain and identify risks and opportunities on both capacities as well as costs 12. Tracks industry and global raw material trends to take optimal decisions on commodity positions 13. Support the QA team and guide suppliers to implement the McDonalds quality systems to ensure consistent and best in class products 14. Manage & nurture supplier relationships as the foundational element of the McDonalds Supply Chain

Mumbai

Lead - Supply Chain Distribution - FMCG 

Lead - Supply Chain Distribution - FMCG  ,Job Description for Lead - Supply Chain Distribution - FMCG  in McDonalds (Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt. Ltd.) in  Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for Lead - Supply Chain Distribution - FMCG  in McDonalds (Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt. Ltd.) in  Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!