Opening in Leading FMCG Company

Designation: Head Supply Chain

Looking only from an FMCG company

Purpose of the Position :

This position is responsible for:

- Leading the Supply Chain function so as to establish pan India footprint.

- Formulating supply chain strategy to ensure planning and distribution of finished products to meet demand forecasts and sales plans

- Leading projects and technological innovation initiatives with a view to bringing about continuous improvement in supply chain efficiency, cost control and quality assurance

- Strategizing depot network augmentation and logistics support to meet business plan targets

- Leading and guiding staff to deliver as per desired service standards

Detailed Responsibilities :

- Managing supply chain operations of the company with the ultimate goal of establishing industry leadership in India and foreign markets

-Overseeing demand forecasting and supply chain planning as in line with annual and monthly business plans of the company

-Managing all operations to realize the strategic objectives and targets of the company while maintaining quality and cost standards

- Directing and supervising the functioning and smooth operations of all the departments reporting to the position

- Analyzing the Forecast received from Sale and driving the consequent Production & Package Plans annually and monthly Driving the Sales & Operation Planning (S&OP) meeting with all stake holder regularly

- Ensuring seamless logistics operations from plant to depots/ customers of company's products Coordinating with Production to track production and despatches are in line with plans

- Doing capacity planning and management for building necessary depot/ CFA and logistics infrastructure for efficient supply chain flow

- Finalizing selection and empanelment of transporters after necessary verifications and negotiations

- Guiding departments concerned in the preparation of action plans based on the MIS analysis and reviews actions taken by concerned departments to minimize losses, service failures and complaints Overseeing that Sauda commitments are met as planned

- Providing inputs on New Product Development

- Ensuring Inventory Management of finished goods at plants and depots to reduce inventory costs

- Ensuring adherence to company strategic plans on all budgetary targets while executing all other duties and responsibilities expected from the job

- Continuously identifying opportunities for technology and process related up gradation/innovation with a view to enhancing supply chain efficiencies

- Participating in industry forums and maintains formal and informal contacts with industry organizations with a view to maintaining a track of latest industry trends in supply chain and logistics issues

Shruti Sheth

Sr. Consultant| QuickSilver HR

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