Manager - Supply Chain - Consulting Firm - IIM/MDI/ISB/FMS

Preferred- B.Tech / MBA Tier 1 College with experience as a Supply Chain Manager for (5-8) years with strong expertise in Forecasting, Logistics planning, Inventory management.

Top Skills required :

- Hands-on experience with supply chain management software (such as SAP MM, AP Modules, SAP Plant Maintenance, etc.)

- Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company's success

- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

- Team player

- Good time-management skills

- Great interpersonal and communication skills

Role & Responsibilities:

- As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring our overall supply chain strategy and in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.

- Develops appropriate supply chain strategy to maximize customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.

- Leads the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

- Directs and coordinates global supply chain functions through strategy, resource optimization, profitability maximization, and KPIs resulting in the maximization of customer satisfaction.

- Plans, manages, and coordinates all activities related to the sourcing and procurement of necessary materials and supplies needed to meet the changing levels of product demand.

- Works with plant, warehouse, and logistics departments to determine and set up intercompany transfers.

- Works directly with the sales department to determine the most cost-effective distribution solution for finished goods transportation to customers.

- Monitors and corrects inventory levels at outside warehouses and internally to ensure rotation and maximize working capital.

- Works with freight forwards and transportation companies to set the best route and rate (reviews and approves all freight terms and agreements).

- Collaborates with the procurement department to determine best practice for freight in and freight consolidation.

- Member of the operations staff, responsible to routinely report on department KPIs along with appropriate analysis and countermeasures where necessary.

company:a technology-led chai cafe series B funded B2B company that owns and operates a chain of retail shops that sells flavored tea, coffee, and meals.