Supply Chain Development Manager; Royal Canin; Mumbai

Job Responsibilities

1. Supply Chain Transformation & Process Excellence

• Lead end-to-end process improvement initiativesacross the supply chain from factory to customer.

• Spearhead SC automationby identifying automation opportunities, piloting, and scaling up.

• Map current processes and workflowsto identify inefficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities.

• Apply Lean / Six Sigma methodologiesto drive continuous improvement.

• Standardize and embed best practicesacross the network.

2. Digital & Quick Commerce Supply Chain Development

• Design and evolve fit-for-purpose supply chain modelsfor E-commerce marketplaces and Quick Commerce platforms.

• Develop strategies for:

  • High service levels and fast fulfillment (same-day / 30 min delivery)

  • Optimized inventory placement (dark stores, FCs, hubs)

  • Managing high demand variability and SKU complexity

• Bring outside-in perspectivesfrom across the industry.

• Build and execute a mid-to-long term roadmapto support accelerated growth in these channels.

• Continuously adapt supply chain capabilitiesto meet changing customer and partner expectations.

3. Network Design & Capability Building

• Evaluate and optimize distribution network design, including warehouses, fulfillment centers, and last-mile models.

• Drive decisions on:

  • Dark store and micro-fulfilment strategies

  • Decentralized vs centralized inventory models

• Build scalable capabilitiesto support future growth across channels.

4. Business Case Development & Project Leadership

• Identify and prioritize improvement opportunitiesbased on impact and feasibility.

• Develop robust business cases, including cost-benefit analysis and ROI.

• Lead end-to-end project management:Planning, stakeholder alignment, execution, and implementation.

• Ensure timely and successful deliveryof initiatives.

5. Deployment of Global & Regional Initiatives

• Lead deployment and localizationof Global and Regional Supply Chain projects in India.

• Ensure alignment with local market dynamics, especially Digital & Quick Commerce growth requirements.

• Collaborate closelywith Regional Supply Chain teams.

• Drive the Sustainability agenda.

6. Analytics & Performance Management

• Develop and own supply chain dashboardsand performance reporting.

• Strengthen data-driven decision makingacross teams.

• Track key KPIs:Service level / fill rate, OTIF (On Time In Full), Speed to customer, and Cost-to-serve.

• Build analytical capabilitywithin teams to support continuous improvement.

7. SOP Development & Capability Building

• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)for new and improved processes.

• Drive training and capability buildingacross teams.

• Ensure consistent adoptionof improved processes.

8. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with:Sales, E-commerce, and Commercial teams logistics and warehousing partners and Digital and Quick Commerce platforms.

• Act as a single point of contactfor supply chain in business transformation initiatives.

• Influence stakeholders without direct authorityto drive alignment and execution.

9. Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Stay ahead of trendsin Digital Commerce, Quick Commerce, and last-mile logistics.

• Identify and pilot innovative solutions(e.g., hyperlocal fulfillment, automation, partner-led models).

• Drive a cultureof continuous improvement and agility.

Job Specifications/Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Required: MBA in Supply Chain / Operations

• Certification in Lean / Six Sigma preferred

• Must be capable of traveling to the multiple DC locations across India

• Highly innovative, ability to bring outside in perspective from similar industries.

Knowledge / Experience

Required

• 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain / Logistics / Warehousing

• Strong experience in FMCG / Consumer Goods supply chains

• Proven exposure to:

• E-commerce supply chain operations

• Quick Commerce platforms- highly preferred

• Automation Projects

Strong understanding of:

• Demand & Supply Planning

• Inventory management and replenishment strategies

• Last-mile and fast fulfillment models

• Experience in process mapping and complex route-to-market supply chains

Desired

• Good financial acumen and business case evaluation skills

• Ability to influence without authority and work across functions