Supply Chain Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. The role will manage procurement, inventory, warehousing, logistics, order fulfillment, and distribution, ensuring products are available on time while maintaining cost efficiency and operational accuracy.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills and has experience managing supply chain operations in a distribution or FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the overall supply chain operations from procurement to warehousing and delivery/distribution.
• Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock availability, inventory turnover, and aging stocks.
• Ensure proper demand planning, forecasting, replenishment, and allocation of products.
• Coordinate with Sales, Finance, Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth product flow.
• Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, dispatching, and inventory control.
• Monitor delivery schedules and ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain, warehouse, and logistics operations.
• Analyze supply chain data and prepare regular reports for management.
• Identify operational issues, supply risks, and bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, and other business partners.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, inventory controls, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead, coach, and develop supply chain, warehouse, and logistics personnel.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse, or distribution operations.
• Preferably with 2–3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in the FMCG, distribution, wholesale, or retail industry is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, demand planning, warehousing, logistics, and distribution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory/ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to travel or conduct field visits when required.

Key Competencies

• Supply Chain Planning & Strategy
• Inventory Management
• Warehouse & Logistics Management
• Demand Forecasting & Replenishment
• Distribution Operations
• Cost Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Vendor/Supplier Management
• Team Leadership
• Process Improvement