Product Launch Supply Chain Manager

3 days ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India CT Automotive Full time ₹ 6,00,000 - ₹ 18,00,000 per year

Job Description

Position: Product Launch Supply Chain Manager

Experience: 8-10 years

Academic Requirement: Bachelors or Masters degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Compensation: As per market standards

Hiring Manager: Priteshsinh Solanki

Location: Pune

Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Others:

Experience in supply chain management, with a strong focus on product launches in the automotive industry.

Job Overview:

The Product Launch Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all supply chain elements are in perfect alignment for the successful launch of new products. This includes managing the readiness of plant and equipment, overseeing the availability of materials and BOPs (Bought Out Parts), and conducting thorough risk assessments to determine appropriate safety stock levels. This critical role sets the foundation for smooth and efficient ongoing serial production.

Job Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Drive end-to-end supply chain readiness for all new project launches, ensuring alignment with key milestones and internal SOP dates.
  • Verify system setup (item cards, BOMs, lead times, MRP parameters) is complete and accurate ahead of ramp-up phases.
  • Lead supplier readiness assessments, including:
  • PPAP status
  • Capacity and capability validation
  • On-time material readiness and logistics planning.
  • Track and manage packaging approvals, whether from the supplier side or customer side, to avoid delays in production or shipment.
  • Ensure forecast availability and alignment between customer demand and supplier capacity.
  • Balance material availability with inventory control, maintaining sufficient but lean stock levels in pre- and post-launch phases.
  • Coordinate closely with local production and planning teams to confirm launch build plans are feasible and on track.
  • Clarify and communicate logistics concepts across the full end-to-end supply chain from supplier to final delivery ensuring each stakeholder understands their responsibilities in the process.
  • Proactively identify and escalate risks or delays to senior stakeholders, using a severity-based framework for decision-making and intervention.

Additional Key Responsibilities:

  • Supply Chain Readiness:

    Ensure that all equipment and plant facilities are prepared and ready for product launch. Coordinate with production and engineering teams to confirm timelines and readiness.
  • Material and BOP Management:

    Oversee the availability of all required materials and bought-out parts. Ensure suppliers are holding adequate forward demand materials and manage any potential bottlenecks.
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

    Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of suppliers, identifying potential risks and setting minimum safety stock levels to mitigate these risks.
  • Collaboration and Coordination:

    Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and commercial departments, to ensure seamless product launch execution.
  • Continuous Improvement:

    Develop and implement best practices in supply chain management to support ongoing production and future product launches.

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