Associate Director​/Director-JIT( Operations

Position: Associate Director/ Director-JIT( Central Operations)
Associate Director/Director- JIT ( Central Operations)
About Truemeds

Truemeds is a pioneering, technology-driven telehealth and e-pharmacy platform redefining affordable healthcare access across India. Founded in 2019 by Akshat Nayyar and Dr. Kunal Wani, Truemeds empowers chronic patients to reduce their monthly medicine bills by up to 51% through high-quality generic substitutes sourced exclusively from the top 1% pharmaceutical manufacturers in India. Our vision is simple yet powerful- to make healthcare affordable and accessible for every Indian household.

With our distinctive tagline, “Naam ki nahi, Kaam ki Medicine,” we’re driving a fundamental mindset shift in how India approaches healthcare. In August 2025, Truemeds closed an $85 million Series C funding round led by Accel and Peak XV Partners, with continued backing from West Bridge Capital and Info Edge Ventures

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly execution-drive n JIT Supply Chain – Central Operations Lead er to manage centralized supply chain operations with a strong focus o n Just-in-Time (JIT) supply planning, order flow optimization, and inventory efficiency.
This role will be responsible for ensurin g seamless coordination between procurement, warehouses, vendors, and demand planning tea ms, enabling fast and reliable fulfilment while maintaining minimal inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have strong experience i n centralized supply chain operations, inventory planning, fulfilment operations, and cross-functional coordinati on, preferably i n pharma, healthcare, e-commerce, FMCG.

Key Responsibilities

JIT Supply Chain Execution
Drive end-to-e nd Just-in-Time (JIT) supply chain operati ons across centralized systems
Ensure timely availability of products with minimal inventory holding
Optimi ze order-to-fulfilment workfl ows to reduce delays and improve service levels
Manage daily supply chain operations to ensure smooth and uninterrupted flow
Central Operations Management
Oversee centralized operational workflows across multiple warehouses or distribution centres
Monitor and mana ge order allocation, replenishment cycles, and fulfilment timelines
Ensure operational alignment between procurement, logistics, and warehouse tea
Maintain high accuracy in order processing and inventory movement
Demand Planning & Inventory Optimization
Collaborate with demand planning teams to align supply with forecasted demand
Optimi ze inventory lev els, safety stock thresholds, and replenishment cycles
Monitor stock availability and proactively address shortages or overstock risks
Drive improvements  in inventory turnover and working capital efficiency
Vendor & Procurement Coordination
Coordinate closely with procurement teams to ensure timely supplier deliveries
Monitor supplier lead times and improve vendor responsiveness
Support vendor scheduling aligned with JIT requirements
Carefully navigate vendor margins and have a good eye for numbers
Technology & Data Utilization
Ensure effective use  of ERP/WMS syst ems for centralized operations
Develop dashboards to track supply chain KPIs
Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with procurement, warehouse, logistics, finance, and planning teams
Resolve operational issues quickly and effectively

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree  in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or Business Administration
MBA  in Operations / Supply Chain Managem ent preferred
Certifications such  as Six Sigma, Lean, APICS, or C IPS preferred

Experience Requirements
4-6+ y ears in SCM Consulting Experience or JIT-based supply chain environments
Experience  in multi-location supply environments
Prior experience  in pharma, e-commerce, healthcare, FMCG, or manufactu ring preferred
Hands on with number crunching, has a good understanding of margins in numbers