Head – Supply Chain

Manage the activities of all supply chain teams involved in procurement operations planning and control of materials from the receipt of forecasted replenishment needs to the delivery of the finished products Work closely with sales marketing and operations management to conclude the demand planning process and ensure effectiveness of operations planning and inventory control Develop and manage supply chain management analytics systems and data management capabilities including metrics and reports

Effectively manage and control sourcing strategies and keep the same in alignment with organization s business strategies Perform periodic review of the sourcing strategy to ensure achievement of desired results and continued alignment with business objectives Actively seek creative supply solutions to optimize cost and value equation Monitor and report on cost trends for key commodities impacting product categories Ensure supply contingency plans and strategies are up-to date and easily activated in the event primary suppliers are unable to perform as required

Ensure all supplier contracts are complete properly executed and have considered all cost variables Evaluate suppliers based on price quality selection service support availability reliability operations and distribution capabilities transportation cost and supplier s reputation and performance history Enhance supplier development by communicating performance standards developing joint improvement initiatives and actively soliciting formal feedback

Ensure the adherence to organization s contractual templates and subsequent documents and guide the resolution of any exceptions or challenges Evaluate the adherence to organizational standards and leadership expectations for high value contracts or bids and facilitate the required discussions with internal department representatives Review key risks for the organization and approve risk mitigation measures during contract negotiations

Review the effectiveness of the operations planning and optimization process while ensuring strong collaboration between sales marketing and supply chain and operations teams Review the analysis of sales pipeline demand forecast operational and plant capabilities and ERP system capabilities to guide team in performing their activities more efficiently Review weekly reports such as order status report operations plan safety stock report monthly age analysis raw material usage details etc and evaluate progress of respective teams on their action items Facilitate periodic meetings with sales and operations teams for discussing client requirements and operations planning

Develop and continuously evaluate inventory goals for the organization which effectively balance cash-flow and inventory turnover rates Manage inventory and establish controls to ensure the organization is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk

Oversee the inbound and outbound transportation management fleet management order fulfilment and logistics network design Develop the overall logistics network and infrastructure that supports organization s market reach in the most cost effective and efficient manner Continuously look for efficiencies in the organization s supply chain by analyzing logistics related challenges and reviewing proposed solutions

Formulate and implement the department s strategy in line with Ducast s vision strategic 3-5 year and business 1-3 year plans Ensure that strategy is translated into annual objectives for Ducast Monitor team s…