Strategic Supply Chain Lead

Strategic Supply Chain Lead

Purpose of the role:

A Strategic SCM Lead in the manufacturing industry is responsible for shaping and executing the overall supply chain strategy to achieve business objectives. This role focuses on long-term planning, strategic partnerships, and optimizing the entire supply chain network to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Key Result Areas:

• Strategic Planning and Leadership: Developing and implementing long-term supply chain strategies aligned with the company's overall goals.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Identifying and implementing initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance responsiveness throughout the supply chain.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and services.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential supply chain disruptions and risks, including natural disasters, geopolitical instability, and supplier issues.
• Demand Planning and Forecasting: Working with sales and marketing to accurately forecast demand and ensure sufficient inventory to meet customer needs.
• Logistics and Transportation: Overseeing the movement of goods from suppliers to customers, including selecting transportation modes and optimizing logistics processes.
• Inventory Management: Implementing and monitoring inventory control methods to minimize holding costs while ensuring sufficient stock to meet demand.
• Performance Measurement: Tracking and analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Team Leadership and Development: Motivating and developing a high-performing supply chain team

Key Tasks:

• Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies for TTL to improve overall customer experience (Quality & Delivery) and achieve profitability targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand, align inventory levels, and manage stock availability to meet customer demands.
• To work with operations team to ensure the manufacturing cost, procurement and achieve product level profitability.
• Lead monthly & quarterly demand & supply review with stakeholders to ensure achievement of cost & customer service metrics i.e., availability andinventory optimization.
• Monitor and analyse supply chain performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement preventive actions.
• Oversee customer experience function; work with customer experience team to improve and systemize the processes on Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP).
• Build a connect with suppliers for seamless supply management and for driving several initiatives like vendor managed inventory model.
• Liaise with global teams, monitor market trends, technological advancements, and competitive landscape to adapt supply chain strategies accordingly.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.

Key skills & Competencies required:

• Strong Leadership and Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate strategies, motivate teams, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions to supply chain challenges.
• Strategic Thinking and Planning: Ability to develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Principles and Practices: Deep understanding of all aspects of the supply chain, including sourcing, logistics, inventory management, and demand planning.
• Industry Experience: Extensive experience in the manufacturing industry, particularly in supply chain management, is highly desirable.
• Experience in leading supply chain improvement projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication, negotiation & team management skills.
• Masters degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field is often preferred.