Description:

Role Purpose:

Lead Strategic Planning will be responsible for shaping, driving, and executing the long-term supply chain strategy for the organization.

This role will ensure that the companys supply chain ecosystem is resilient, cost-efficient, digitally enabled, and capable of supporting future growth in the business.

The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Sales, Finance, Sustainability, and Commercial Strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Supply Chain Planning:

- Develop and execute the supply chain strategy aligned with organizational goals and market growth plans.

- Identify structural improvements and optimize the manufacturing footprints.

- Lead scenario planning, capacity modelling, and risk simulations to ensure supply continuity and optimal cost structures.

Network Optimization & Capex Strategy:

- Evaluate and recommend changes to sourcing plan, plant locations, warehousing models, and logistics networks based on demand projections and category growth.

- Build long-term Capex requirements including automation, digital tools, warehouse expansion, and sustainability initiatives.

Demand, Inventory & Production Strategy:

- Collaborate with the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process to improve forecast accuracy and balance demand-supply risks.

- Set strategic inventory norms and define buffer strategies for high-risk SKUs and critical raw materials.

- Design multi-tier production and replenishment models to improve service levels and reduce total supply chain cost.

Digital Transformation & Analytics:

- Lead digital roadmap for supply chain including advanced planning systems (APS), AI/ML forecasting tools, IoT-based visibility, and control tower designs.

- Create dashboards and decision-support tools for leadership using data-driven insights.

Cost Optimization & Productivity:

- Drive large-scale productivity programs focused on logistics efficiency, manufacturing throughput, material yield improvement, and working capital management.

- Build and monitor KPIs and benchmarking models for continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Masters degree in operations management, Supply chain management from.

- 8-15 years of experience in supply chain roles, with at least 35 years in a strategic or transformation-focused capacity.

- Prior experience in the beverages, FMCG, or consumer goods industry strongly preferred.

- Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and S&OP.

- Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects and strategic transformations.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strategic thinking with ability to break down complex business challenges.

- Advanced analytical capabilities; proficiency with supply chain planning tools, optimization models, and data analytics.

- Strong business acumen and financial understanding (Capex/Opex, ROI analysis).

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.

- Ability to lead through influence and work in a rapidly evolving business environment.