Assistant/ Deputy General Manager- SCM Full Time

Purpose:

To lead and optimize the entire supply chain ecosystem—spanning demand planning, procurement, inventory management, production planning and logistics—ensuring the right material reaches the right place, at the right time, and cost-effectively. The role aligns local SCM operations with global S&OP processes and drives the implementation of robust systems for responsiveness, agility, and long-term supplier performance.

Scope and KPI’s

 Oversee RM/PM procurement, demand and production planning, inbound and outbound logistics, and inventory management.

 Drive alignment with global demand planning processes.

 Lead sourcing strategy, vendor development, and stores operations (raw materials and finished goods).

 Ensure continuous feed to production with zero stock-outs and minimum excess inventory.

Responsibilities

1. Integrated Demand Planning & S&OP Alignment

• Establish a robust demand planning system in collaboration with the Global Demand Planning Manager.
• Lead the monthly S&OP cycle for materials requirement planning, aligning forecasts with market trends and feedback from production schedules.

1. Production Planning Oversight

• Supervise the Production Planning Manager and ensure optimal schedule adherence and material flow across production units.
• Translate sales forecasts into actionable production and procurement plans.

1. Procurement and Sourcing Strategy

• Oversee the Procurement Manager and lead sourcing initiatives across RM, PM, and indirect materials.
• Develop strategic supplier partnerships, contracts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop strategic partners for outsourced manufacturing.
• Drive cost optimization and local/global vendor development initiatives.

1. Inventory and Stores Management

• Supervise RM/FG store managers to maintain accurate inventory, efficient warehousing, and minimal obsolescence.
• Drive down inventory through 360 degree control of material flow and consumption.
• Implement safety stock and EOQ strategy/processes.
• Implement JIT and Kanban systems to balance inventory carrying cost and availability.

1. Logistics and Distribution

• Ensure timely and efficient movement of materials (inbound) and finished goods (outbound).
• Coordinate dispatch activities with internal and external logistics partners.

1. Systems, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement

• Lead digital SCM transformation (ERP, planning tools, dashboards).
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, IMS, GMP, and external regulations.
• Champion continuous improvement (CI), LEAN supply chain, and sustainability initiatives.

1. NPD support

• Work with product development team to challenge products and timelines, follow up cross factory planning with other regions.
• Ensure timely arrangement of materials and source new materials as per requirement.

1. MIS reporting

• Sales, Purchase and Inventory reports, Customer service levels, SKU portfolio
• Global dashboards update

1. Team Development and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Build and lead a high-performing SCM team with a focus on accountability, agility, and ownership.
• Work closely with Production, Sales, Quality, and Finance to ensure end-to-end SCM alignment.

Qualifications

PGDM- Supply chain Management, Bachelor of Engineering, with 10-15 years’ experience in Supply chain management.