Global Supply Chain Lead

Role Overview: You are being sought after to fill the position of Senior Manager IT - Offshore Global Supply Chain Lead. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the offshore supply chain team located in Hyderabad, India. Your primary focus will be on overseeing operations that support various key global Supply Chain functions, including Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, Product Development, Consumer Services, and Quality. It will be your duty to manage technical integration teams to ensure seamless end-to-end operations and system alignment. Your role will require a strong IT delivery background within Supply Chain domains, strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration skills, and experience with digital transformation initiatives. Partnering closely with onshore stakeholders will also be crucial to ensure consistent and high-quality execution and delivery across projects and operations. Key Responsibilities: - **Strategic Leadership:** - Develop and execute mid-to-long-term offshore IT strategies aligned with global Supply Chain goals. - Foster a high-performance culture by mentoring and developing team members. - Present regular performance updates and project outcomes to senior leadership. - **Program & Project Management:** - Lead the offshore delivery of IT solutions supporting global Supply Chain functions. - Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. - Drive best practices in agile, lean, or hybrid project methodologies. - **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** - Serve as a bridge between offshore and onshore teams to ensure alignment of priorities, processes, and delivery milestones. - Promote transparent and proactive communication across geographies and functions. - **Resource & Operations Management:** - Optimize team structure, roles, and responsibilities for maximum efficiency and scalability. - Monitor team performance and resource allocation to meet operational and strategic objectives. - **Risk & Issue Resolution:** - Identify potential delivery risks and proactively resolve challenges to avoid project disruption. - Escalate and manage critical issues effectively with stakeholders. - **Stakeholder Engagement:** - Build and maintain strong relationships with key global stakeholders. - Align offshore efforts with evolving business needs and transformation initiatives. Qualification Required: - **Education:** - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, IT, or related field. - MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. - **Experience:** - 15+ years of experience in IT and Supply Chain roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity. - Strong operational background in one or more areas: Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, Product Development, Consumer Services, or Quality. - **Leadership & Communication:** - Proven ability to lead high-performing offshore teams. - Strong stakeholder management, presentation, and interpersonal skills. - **Technical Proficiency:** - Experience with ERP systems such Oracle SCM. - Exposure to large-scale ERP implementations or supply chain transformations is a plus. - **Work Environment Adaptability:** - Ability to work effectively during US Eastern Time hours. - Comfortable operating in a multicultural, global team environment.,