Senior Manager - SCM

Role & responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES 1. Strategic Supply Chain Planning: • Develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with production and business goals. • Forecast demand and plan procurement and inventory accordingly to avoid shortages or excess stock. • Drive S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process across departments. 2. Procurement & Supplier Management: • Lead procurement of raw materials (polymers, additives), packing materials, consumables, and capital items. • Identify, develop, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery performance. • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and SLAs with suppliers. • Ensure supplier audits and compliance with quality and environmental standards. 3. Logistics & Distribution: • Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely receipt of materials and dispatch of finished goods to OEMs like Tata Motors, M&M, FCA, etc. • Optimize transportation costs, route planning, and delivery schedules. • Coordinate with third-party logistics providers and freight forwarders. 4. Inventory & Stores Management: • Ensure effective inventory control and warehouse management using FIFO, JIT, and lean inventory practices. • Monitor and maintain optimum stock levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. • Conduct regular inventory audits and ensure system accuracy. 5. Customer Coordination & Delivery: • Interface with customers for schedule adherence, order fulfilment, and dispatch planning.

• Maintain high OTIF (On Time In Full) delivery performance. Address any supply chain disruptions to ensure customer satisfaction. 6. Systems & Compliance: • Ensure accuracy of transactions and data in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent). • Maintain proper documentation for audits, compliance, and traceability. • Ensure adherence to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and other relevant standards. 7. Team Leadership & Cross-functional Coordination: • Lead a cross-functional team covering planning, procurement, stores, and logistics. • Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Conduct regular reviews, training, and development programs for the team.