Head - Supply Chain - FMCG/Mfg

1. Synopsis of the role The successful candidate will manage most aspects of the supply chain for the business, in particular:

a) Procurement of packing materials (where appropriate)

b) Planning and forecasting

c) Production

d) Quality assurance:

Logistics and warehousing

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering efficiency and innovation in their area and for contributing to the Company's overall business objectives.

2. Essential functions:

In-depth experience in:

a) Dealing with the changing dynamics of a fast-growing business

b) Planning and forecasting

c) Dealing with outsourced production partners

d) Managing warehousing & logistics across different jurisdictions and with partners with conflicting requirements (e.g. production vs. sales)

In-depth knowledge of/ comfort with:

a) The FMCG space Budgets and P&L

b) Delivering to the Company's overall business objectives and strategy

c) Delivering efficiency and innovation in their areas

Highly comfortable dealing and/ or managing:

a) Third party partners in India (e.g. production)

b) Third party partners abroad (e.g. warehousing & distribution)

c) Clients in developed markets (e.g. Coles, Sainsburys, Spinneys, Tesco)