Supply Chain Head

6 days ago

MaduraiNorth taluk, India Smart Work Consultants Full time
A Leading FMCG company is looking for experienced candidates in end to end supply chain management

Key Responsibilities

  1. Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership

    • Develop and implement the overall supply chain strategy, aligning it with the company’s short-term and long-term business objectives.
    • Lead and drive key supply chain initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and service excellence.
    • Establish and communicate clear supply chain goals, ensuring alignment with other departments such as Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.

  2. End-to-End Supply Chain Management

    • Oversee the procurement, production, inventory management, logistics, and distribution functions to ensure a seamless supply chain from end-to-end.
    • Design and manage demand planning, forecasting, and supply planning processes to ensure timely availability of products while optimizing inventory levels.
    • Manage the network of suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses, and distribution channels to meet customer demand at the lowest cost.

  3. Supplier & Vendor Relationship Management

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers.
    • Negotiate contracts and terms, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement of goods while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
    • Regularly assess supplier performance, ensuring compliance with SLAs, quality standards, and ethical sourcing practices.

  4. Inventory & Warehouse Optimization

    • Oversee inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels while minimizing holding costs, obsolescence, and stockouts.
    • Ensure efficient warehouse management, including space utilization, stock rotation, and order fulfillment processes.
    • Implement inventory control systems to track and manage stock levels, reducing waste and improving product availability.

  5. Logistics & Distribution Optimization

    • Oversee transportation management, ensuring efficient and cost-effective delivery to customers and distribution centers.
    • Optimize the supply chain network, considering transportation modes, warehouse locations, and delivery schedules to improve lead times and reduce costs.
    • Lead efforts to manage third-party logistics (3PL) providers and ensure effective transportation planning and delivery execution.

  6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure the supply chain strategy supports overall business goals and customer requirements.
    • Provide input into product launch planning, ensuring that supply chain processes are ready to meet market demand.
    • Align supply chain decisions with broader business initiatives, such as sustainability goals, cost-cutting measures, or technological advancements.

  7. Technology and Data Analytics

    • Lead the adoption and integration of supply chain technologies (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS) to enhance operational efficiency, visibility, and decision-making.
    • Leverage data analytics to monitor performance metrics (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and customer satisfaction.
    • Continuously improve the supply chain using data-driven insights to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and risk mitigation.

  8. Risk Management & Compliance

    • Identify and mitigate risks across the supply chain, such as supply disruptions, logistics bottlenecks, or quality issues.
    • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and corporate policies across the supply chain function.
    • Develop contingency plans and business continuity strategies to respond to unforeseen disruptions.

  9. Team Leadership & Development

    • Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team, providing direction, support, and professional development opportunities.
    • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the supply chain department.
    • Establish performance objectives and track team performance to ensure high standards of service and operational excellence.

  10. Cost Management & Budgeting

    • Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring that costs are controlled while maintaining high service levels.
    • Identify cost-saving opportunities through process improvements, supply chain optimization, and vendor negotiations.
    • Monitor financial performance, including cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory carrying costs, and transportation expenses.


RequirementsKey Requirements

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.

  • Experience:

    • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior management role, ideally within the FMCG or consumer goods sector.
    • Proven experience in managing complex, multi-faceted supply chains and leading cross-functional teams.
    • Experience with large-scale procurement, demand planning, inventory optimization, logistics, and distribution management.

  • Skills & Competencies:

    • Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
    • Strategic thinker with a track record of driving operational efficiency and cost savings.
    • In-depth knowledge of supply chain best practices, technologies, and industry trends.
    • Experience with supply chain software (ERP, WMS, TMS) and data analytics tools.
    • Ability to manage change and lead projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
    • Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, cost analyses, and financial performance metrics.


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