Chief Supply Chain Officer - Manufacturing Industry

Head SCM for a fast growing manufacturing companyChallenging role with high level impact About Our Client A manufacturing company headquartered in Delhi NCR that makes multiple products in multiple industries. Job Description Strategic Supply Chain Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with organizational growth objectives. Drive operational excellence across procurement, planning, inventory, warehousing, and logistics functions. Build scalable supply chain processes to support domestic and international business expansion. Establish governance, KPIs, and performance management frameworks across the supply chain organization. Vendor Management & Strategic Sourcing Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers. Create strategic sourcing plans to ensure availability of critical materials at optimal cost. Lead supplier evaluation, selection, development, and performance management programs. Drive cost optimization, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation initiatives. Monitor supplier quality, delivery performance, and compliance standards. Build alternate vendor ecosystems to reduce supply chain risks. Material Planning & Inventory Management Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and demand-supply alignment processes. Ensure accurate material requirement planning (MRP) and production planning. Optimize inventory levels while maintaining targeted service levels. Improve forecast accuracy and inventory turns across product categories. Prevent material shortages and excess inventory through proactive planning. Stores & Warehouse Management Oversee stores operations across manufacturing locations and warehouses. Ensure efficient receipt, storage, issuance, and tracking of materials. Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts and physical verification programs. Implement best practices for warehouse utilization, material handling, and inventory controls. Ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and audit requirements. 4M Analytics & Continuous Improvement Lead data-driven decision-making using the 4M Framework (Man, Machine, Material, Method). Man Analyze workforce productivity, manpower utilization, and performance metrics. Drive capability building and workforce effectiveness initiatives. Machine Monitor equipment availability, downtime, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve asset utilization. Material Analyze inventory health, material flow, stock aging, and procurement efficiency. Assess supplier performance and material quality trends. Method Evaluate process efficiency, compliance, standardization, and productivity metrics. Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain functions. Analytics, Technology & Digitization Leverage ERP, BI tools, and advanced analytics to improve supply chain visibility. Develop dashboards for planning, procurement, inventory, and vendor performance management. Drive digital transformation initiatives across procurement and supply chain operations. Utilize predictive analytics for demand forecasting and inventory optimization. Risk Management & Compliance Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to suppliers, materials, inventory, and logistics. Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and industry standards. Establish business continuity and contingency planning mechanisms. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Engineering Mandatory. Masters in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field will be an advantage.Certifications such as APICS (CPIM/CSCP), Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent would be an advantage. 20-25 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Planning, and Operations.Proven leadership experience in manufacturing organizations, preferably in Automotive Components, Consumer Durables, Solar Manufacturing, or Allied industries.Experience managing large-scale procurement budgets and complex supplier ecosystems.Strong exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) and analytics platforms.Strategic Supply Chain Leadership Vendor Development & Relationship ManagementMaterial Planning & Inventory OptimizationStores & Warehouse Management S&OP and Demand Planning 4M Analytics Procurement & Contract Negotiation Data Analytics & Digital Transformation Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Stakeholder Management Financial Acumen Change Leadership What's on Offer Challenging role with high level impactOpportunities to lead strategic supply chain initiativesChance to influence key business operations .