India is among the top ten priority markets for General Mills, and hosts our Global Shared Services Centre. This is the Global Shared Services arm of General Mills Inc., which supports its operations worldwide. With over 1,300 employees in Mumbai, the center has capabilities in the areas of Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Digital and Technology, Sales Capabilities, Consumer Insights, ITQ (R&D & Quality), and Enterprise Business Services. Learning and capacity-building is a key ingredient of our success.
Position Title
GIC SC - Responsible Sourcing Lead
Function/Group
Global Sourcing Solutions
Location
Mumbai
Shift Timing
1.30 PM to 10.30 PM
Role Reports to
GIC GSOC Capabilities Manager
Remote/Hybrid/in-Office
Hybrid
About General Mills
We make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Haagen-Dazs, we have been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell.
How we make our food is as important as the food we make. Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate.
us into the future as an innovative force for good. General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi. That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good. For more details check out http://www.generalmills.com
General Mills India Center (GIC) is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value, service excellence and growth while standing for good for our planet and people.
With our team of 1800+ professionals, we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain (SC), Digital & Technology (D&T) Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ), Consumer and Market Intelligence (CMI), Sales Strategy & Intelligence (SSI), Global Shared Services (GSS), Finance Shared Services (FSS) and Human Resources Shared Services (HRSS). For more details check out https://www.generalmills.co.in
We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow.
Job Overview
Function Overview
The GIC Supply Chain team manages end-to-end operations, encompassing planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and analytics. They strategically plan to meet market demands, optimize sourcing, ensure efficient production, and oversee the seamless movement of goods from production to delivery. The team employs advanced analytics throughout these processes, fostering adaptability and operational excellence.
This collaborative approach ensures a well-coordinated supply chain that aligns with both organizational goals and dynamic market conditions. Link
Purpose of the Role
As the
Responsible Sourcing Lead, you will support the Global Responsible Sourcing program by leading audit planning and execution, Supplier Code of Conduct (SCOC) governance, and risk management across regions and segments. The role also supports the
Supplier Development program to strengthen relationships with small suppliers and expand the supplier portfolio while driving economic impact. This position builds capability in navigating ambiguity, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and process implementation.
Key Accountabilities
Responsible Sourcing
- Ensure Supplier Code of Conduct (SCOC) compliance across the upstream supply base and GMI sites; maintain expert-level knowledge of SCOC requirements.
- Partner with sourcing buyers to drive and sustain supplier compliance.
- Execute the Responsible Sourcing Audit Program in line with program strategy and compliance targets.
- Lead Responsible Sourcing risk management, including Out-of-Tolerance (OOT) tracking, monitoring, escalation, and action guidance (Control/Avoid/Accept).
- Own and report Responsible Sourcing program metrics and outcomes.
- Review supplier and customer contracts and provide recommendations aligned with Responsible Sourcing strategy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including third-party auditors, integrated program managers, and sourcing teams.
Supplier Development
- Execute Tier 2 supplier quarterly reporting and support supplier development initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business (any concentration), or Sustainability.
Experience
- 57 years of professional experience, including 24 years in Sustainability, Supply Chain, or related roles.
- Demonstrated passion for sustainability and Responsible Sourcing (Force for Good).
Global Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Proven ability to work with global, cross-functional teams across time zones (especially U.S.-based stakeholders).
- Strong executive communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
- Action-oriented, autonomous, and strong problem-solving capability.
Ambiguity & Agile Mindset
- Thrives in ambiguity and change.
- High learning agility with the ability to apply skills to new situations.
Leadership & Project Management
- Sound decision-making skills; knows when and how to seek input.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to connect the dots and demonstrate curiosity.
Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Ability to build and sustain relationships across geographies and cultures.
- Skilled at motivating and influencing others in complex organizations.
Communication
- Fluent in English with the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural, multi-lingual, global environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- APICS, CPM, or equivalent procurement certification.
- Strong sourcing expertise, including strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, stakeholder collaboration, and project management.
- Experience working with U.S.-based stakeholders and cross-regional teams.
- Experience in food or CPG industry; understanding of global sourcing, regulatory compliance, and sustainability practices.
- Proven success operating in a global matrix organization supporting U.S. time zones.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong passion for sustainability or Responsible Sourcing.
Company Overview
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
