Supply Chain Head

Job description

Production Planning & Control

• Develop and implement production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and resource availability.
• Monitor production performance and adjust schedules to meet customer demands and minimize bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure optimal resource utilization.
• Implement lean manufacturing, SKF Production system and continuous improvement strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, MIS, including work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods inventory.
• Daily Review/analysis/action plan on Loss in OEE & Delivery value along with the production and CFT
• Develop roadmap to achieve business plan targets by reviewing the operation on a periodic basis.

Raw Material Procurement

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and components like Polymer, Chemicals, Metal components etc
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings and quality improvements, both domestic & imports.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual terms, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking while managing working capital efficiently.
• Work closely with the Purchase team to manage procurement budgets and cost optimization.

Logistics & Supply chain operations

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely and cost-effective transportation of raw materials and finished goods.
• Optimize warehouse operations, including storage, material handling, and distribution.
• Coordinate with third-party logistics providers and transporters for smooth supply chain operations.
• Implement technology-driven solutions for tracking and managing inventory, shipments, and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including customs clearance, import/export policies, and safety standards.

Compliance & Safety

• Compliance with SKF code of conduct, ethics, policies & statuary & legal requirements & compliance to Environmental, health & Safety standards in Operations
• Demonstrate & Compliance to Quality Management systems such as ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, AAR standards & Customer specific requirements in Supply chain operations
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the production area.

Lean Management

• Drive Lean principles in manufacturing to achieve Zero Accident, Zero Defect and Delivery in-lined with customer demand efficiently.
• Improve the OEE by reducing losses and creating culture of continuous improvement.
• Review of L1 meeting, conducting L2, meeting along with other CFT members

People Management

• Capability building, Upskilling / Reskilling, Training plan in SCM function
• Ensure right staffing in all areas & create the right atmosphere for the team by mentoring, coaching & empowering them.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders with seamless execution of production plans to meet customer timelines for delivery with the right quality and quantity.
• Facilitate discussions with the Union and workmen as and when required; set up committees/ teams to address any employee grievance.
• Lead and mentor a team SCM function, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement among SCM teams.
• Nominate employee s motivation awards wrt quality, productivity sustainable improvement projects & other cultural change initiatives
• Talent Review & Performance appraisals of team.

Quality Management

• Adhere to QMS in supply chain as per ISO 16949 & ISO 9001
• Risk assessment activities & SWOT analysis
• Manage Customer Audits, Internal Audits, System Audits.

Reports

• Ensure real time data capture / Data Integrity
• Prepare and present regular supply chain reports to senior management, including key performance indicators, Analysis, quality issues and areas of improvement.

Skills And Knowledge Requirements :

• 15 years of experience in the industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Solid understanding in supply chain management, ERP systems, XA, OMPS, MIS, Lean manufacturing within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation & problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Presentation skills
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification (Preferred)
• Knowledge of ISO / TS16949 quality management systems.
• Excellent proficiency in MS office strong hold on MS Excel

Education

• Bachelor s/master s degree in supply chain management / engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.