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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 Armacell’s 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
• 5–8 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

Time Type:

Full time