Manager - Materials & Logistics (SCM)

Role & responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end Supply Chain Operations including Procurement, Planning, Logistics, Warehousing, and Inventory Management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Drive demand planning, forecasting, material planning, and production scheduling to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Manage strategic sourcing, supplier development, vendor negotiations, and contract management.
• Ensure optimum inventory levels while minimizing working capital and supply chain costs.
• Lead logistics, transportation, warehouse, and distribution functions to achieve on-time delivery targets.
• Drive cost reduction, process improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Monitor and improve key supply chain KPIs including inventory turns, supplier performance, delivery adherence, and forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Finance, Sales, and Engineering teams for effective execution of SOP processes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, statutory requirements, and supply chain risk management practices
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing SCM teams across multiple manufacturing locations.

Preferred candidate profile

B.E./B.Tech or MBA/PGDM (Supply Chain/Operations/Logistics). Candidates with both technical and management qualifications will be preferred.