Head - Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Weekday AI

  • Hyderabad, Telangana
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
  • Apply easily
This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Location: Hyderabad
JobType: full-timeRequirementsRole Overview:We are seeking a seasoned SCM professional to lead and optimize our end-to-end supply chain, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. This strategic role will ensure cost-effective, timely, and quality-driven supply chain operations aligned with global business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Supply Chain Leadership:
  • Lead the entire supply chain function – procurement, planning, warehousing, logistics, and inventory.
  • Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with company goals and international market demands.
  • Build a robust vendor base and ensure long-term sourcing agreements for key raw materials and packaging.
  • Optimize cost, lead time, and inventory turnover while ensuring uninterrupted supply to production and export schedules.
Operations & Planning:
  • Oversee material planning (MRP), production planning, and demand forecasting based on sales forecasts and capacity.
  • Ensure accurate inventory management across all locations with strong coordination between warehouse, QA, and production.
  • Drive just-in-time (JIT), safety stock, and buffer strategies to minimize stockouts or overstocking.
  • Monitor and improve supply chain KPIs (OTIF, lead time, forecast accuracy, inventory days, etc.).
Team & Vendor Management:
  • Lead and develop a team of professionals in procurement, warehouse, logistics, and planning.
  • Build strong relationships with vendors, freight forwarders, CHAs, and packaging suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, FSSAI, AYUSH, USFDA, and export regulations related to material movement.
Logistics & Distribution:
  • Ensure efficient handling of domestic and international logistics – including air, sea, and road freight.
  • Oversee timely dispatch of finished goods, export documentation, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery.
  • Implement cost-effective freight strategies and ensure alignment with customer delivery expectations.
Compliance & Technology:
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal SOPs in all supply chain functions.
  • Work closely with QA, QC, R&D, Finance, and Sales to streamline operations.
  • Leverage ERP systems (SAP/Tally/Oracle) and other digital tools to drive transparency and efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, Science, Commerce, or Engineering; MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain/Operations is preferred
  • 15+ years of experience in end-to-end supply chain, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Experience in herbal, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or FMCG sectors is highly desirable
  • Strong knowledge of global procurement, inventory control, logistics, compliance, and ERP systems
  • Proven leadership, negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional coordination skills

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