Director - Supply Chain & Program Mgt

Director Supply Chain & Program Management

Youll manage end-to-end projectsfrom capacity planning to product development—and shape long-term roadmaps for profitability, innovation, and scalability.

Role & responsibilities

• Strategic Program Management -

  Own and lead cross-functional programs that unlock growth, drive efficiency, and improve margins. Oversee planning, execution, and tracking of high-stakes FTL initiatives.

• Supply Chain Optimization -

  Build data-backed strategies with capacity planning frameworks and network optimization to meet demand with agility and cost-efficiency.

• Product & Innovation Leadership -

  Partner with Product, Tech, and Ops teams to drive solutions in digital freight matching, routing, and fulfillment tools. Translate business needs into scalable product and process innovations.

• Profitability & Forecasting -

  Develop long-term business and profitability models. Track and analyze P&L drivers, and propose corrective or acceleration measures.

• Planning and Solutioning for client’s demand:

  Building strategic plan with BD / client for solving their transportation requirement including long term contracts / taking decisions on leasing / buying trucks.

• Vendor Development & Expansion

  - Design incentive, SLA, and performance frameworks to drive vendor accountability. Identify and mitigate vendor-related risks and bottlenecks proactively.

• Cluster launch and research

  - Define cluster launch with research on potential demand, strategy to win RFQs and prioritise launch along with Supply.

• Data Analytics & Reporting

  : Leverage data analytics to identify trends, and inform strategic decision-making.

• Risk Management & Mitigation

  : Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks associated with the business and compliance with relevant regulations.

• Team Leadership & Development

  : Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

Preferred candidate profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Program Management, or Logistics, preferably in FTL or freight/digital freight environments.
• Proven track record of leading high-stakes cross-functional projects with measurable outcomes.
• Business acumen and analytical rigor—comfortable with models, forecasts, and complex trade-offs.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management—able to influence C-level decisions.
• Bonus: Exposure to product/tech-led logistics or freight platforms.
• Strong understanding of the Indian trucking and transportation landscape, including regulatory frameworks, industry trends, and key stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.