Job Title: Manager/Sr. Manager Brand & Supply Chain
Location: Worli, Mumbai
Experience:
- 1012 years of proven experience as a Procurement Manager/Supply Chain professional.
- Experience in the food/QSR industry preferred.
Reports To: General Manager Purchase
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Manager Brand & Supply Chain to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in managing pre-opening brand operations, franchise supply chains, and strategic procurement to ensure smooth business operations and cost efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Management:
- Serve as the pre-opening SPOC for the SCM team.
- Manage and coordinate franchise supply chains for associated brands.
- Procure food products including ready-to-eat, ready-to-cook, frozen, retort, and processed foods.
- Work closely with the Business Head and regional supply chain teams.
- Develop and implement cost-effective procurement strategies and policies.
- Track key metrics and KPIs to reduce costs and optimize processes.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Drive initiatives to generate savings from franchise raw material procurement in collaboration with category buyers.
SCM Planning:
- Act as SPOC for SCM planning and material fulfillment.
- Forecast and mitigate supply chain challenges to maximize fill rates.
- Determine stock demands based on current and future business operations.
- Communicate with vendors to ensure material availability.
- Ensure steady stock flow without overcapitalization.
- Recommend inventory warehousing adjustments to meet demand changes.
- Determine optimal purchase timings based on market trends and category team feedback.
- Liaise with buyers and procurement managers to source appropriate products.
- Implement logistical strategies and new technologies to meet business targets.
- Forecast future demand for goods, services, and purchase requisitions.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement needs are met.
- Strategize and lead logistics initiatives with 4PL/3PL partners.
Qualifications:
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Logistics.
- Experience in brand management is an advantage.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong knowledge of suppliers, MS Office, and ERP systems.
- Excellent negotiation, data analysis, and networking skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments effectively.
Attributes:
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Excellent situational judgment and decision-making skills.
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