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Purpose of the Job:

• Lead and integrate the end-to-end Supply Chain function across two business units in Pune India driving operational excellence cost competitiveness service reliability and compliance.
• Own the complete value chain from demand planning to procurement production planning logistics warehousing & trade compliance aligned with Armacells global standards and WAM (World Class Manufacturing) framework.

Key Dimensions:

• OTIF Delivery Performance
• Inventory Turns / DOI
• Forecast Accuracy
• Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Logistics Cost as % of Sales
• Warehouse Efficiency & Accuracy
• Supplier Performance Metrics
• Working Capital Improvement
• Zero Production Line Stoppages

Description of main tasks:

The Incumbent is responsible for the following tasks:

1.)End-to-End Supply Chain Leadership

Lead integrated supply chain operations across two manufacturing units

Drive alignment between Demand Supply Production and Customer Service

Build a responsive and cost-efficient supply chain supporting business growth

Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration with Sales Manufacturing Finance and Global teams

2.)S&OP and Demand Planning

Own and drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process

Improve forecast accuracy and demand visibility

Ensure optimal balance between service levels (OTIF) and inventory levels

Translate demand plans into actionable supply and production plans

3.)Production Planning & Inventory Management

Lead production planning for capacity optimization and service reliability

Ensure zero line stoppage due to material shortages

Drive inventory optimization (RM WIP FG) while maintaining service targets

Establish strong governance on inventory accuracy (System vs. Physical) controls and quality (Minimization of Slow-Moving & Obsolete Inventory (%) Reduction / Elimination of Excess Inventory Value SKU Rationalization & Optimization Safety Stock Effectiveness)

4.)Vendor Development & Performance Management

Establish supplier evaluation and development frameworks

Drive supplier performance on quality cost delivery and innovation

Lead supplier audits risk mitigation and long-term partnerships

5.)Procurement of Materials & Services and Strategic Sourcing

Lead & direct procurement of raw materials packaging indirects and services

Develop a new vendor /product to support the product development team to get product outsourced from supplier or manufacture inhouse

Develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings and supply continuity

Drive purchase price variance (PPV) cost optimization and contract negotiations

Build and manage a robust competitive supplier base

6.)Logistics & Warehouse Management

Lead inbound and outbound logistics across both units

Ensuring the health safety & wellbeing of the employees with zero incidents throughout the logistics and warehouse operations

Drive optimization of freight cost warehouse efficiency and network design

Drive high performance on: OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery Vehicle turnaround time Warehouse productivity & safety

Drive digitalization and process improvements in logistics operations

7.)Regulatory / Trade Compliance

Drive full compliance with import/export regulations customs and statutory requirements

Mitigate compliance risks and ensure zero non-compliance incidents

8.)WAM Supply Chain Pillar

Lead Supply Chain pillar within WAM framework

Drive Lean Six Sigma and process excellence initiatives

Improve productivity reduce waste and optimize end-to-end cycle time

Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain

9.)People Management & Leadership

Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team across functions

Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement & Demonstrate doing business in A.R.M.A. way

Job Specifications

Professional Education

• Engineer / Graduate in any Field
• M.B.A. / Post Graduate in Supply Chain Management (Preferred)

Professional Experience (how long)

15 - 20 years

In which areas

Supply Chain in manufacturing industry (preferably MNC) - Building Material Insulation Material Chemical

Other skills/knowledge

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Result Orientation
• Leadership and stakeholder management
• Negotiation Skills
• Communications & Interpersonal Skills.
• Problem Solving & Process Orientation
• Project Management
• Customer Orientation
• Data-driven decision making
• Hands on experience of operating in SAP HANA & MS- Excel.
• Process excellence (Lean / Six Sigma / WCM) VSM
• Knowledge of trade compliances in SCM of import & export.

Language skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English & Hindi and Local Language (Preferred not must)

Comments / Additional requirements

• Person need to have proven track record of holding highest Integrity Levels
• 58 years in leadership role managing end-to-end SCM preferably in a MNC (manufacturing)
• Experience handling multi-unit operations
• Ability to create & sustain highly motivated & performance oriented team
• Demonstrable maturity & professionalism.
• The ability to inspire confidence of senior management through timely delivery of information and plan

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