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Purpose of the Job:
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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.
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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:
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OTIF Delivery Performance
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Inventory Turns / DOI
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Forecast Accuracy
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Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
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Logistics Cost as % of Sales
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Warehouse Efficiency & Accuracy
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Supplier Performance Metrics
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Working Capital Improvement
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Zero Production Line Stoppages
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
- 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
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Engineer / Graduate in any Field
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M.B.A. / Post Graduate in Supply Chain Management (Preferred)
15 - 20 years
In which areas?
Supply Chain in manufacturing industry (preferably MNC) - Building Material, Insulation Material, Chemical
Other skills/knowledge?
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Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
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Result Orientation
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Leadership and stakeholder management
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Negotiation Skills
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Communications & Interpersonal Skills.
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Problem Solving & Process Orientation
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Project Management,
- Customer Orientation,
- Data-driven decision making
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Hands on experience of operating in SAP HANA & MS- Excel.
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Process excellence (Lean / Six Sigma / WCM), VSM
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Knowledge of trade compliances in SCM of import & export.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English & Hindi and Local Language (Preferred, not must)
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Person need to have proven track record of holding highest Integrity Levels
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5–8 years in leadership role managing end-to-end SCM preferably in a MNC (manufacturing)
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Experience handling multi-unit operations
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Ability to create & sustain highly motivated & performance oriented team
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Demonstrable maturity & professionalism.
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The ability to inspire confidence of senior management through timely delivery of information and plan
Time Type:
Full time
