Head of Supply Chain Management

Job Title and CTC:

Head – Supply Chain Management (SCM)

CTC - 35 LPA

Company:

Priyagold Biscuits Pvt. Ltd.

Location:

Corporate Office (with frequent travel to factory locations)

Reporting To:

Senior Management / Director – Operations

About the Role

10 manufacturing units across 7 locations

strategic and execution-heavy leadership role

Key Responsibilities

1. Demand Forecasting & Production Planning

• Develop

  state-wise and SKU-wise demand forecasts

  using historical sales data and growth trends.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Factory Planning teams to

  convert forecasts into production plans

  .
• Ensure optimal inventory levels while minimizing stock-outs and excess inventory.
• Continuously improve forecasting accuracy through data analysis and AI-driven insights.

2. Dispatch & Logistics Planning

• Plan and manage

  dispatch operations across 10 factories

  located in 7 different locations.
• Ensure

  timely vehicle placement, loading, and delivery

  across all markets.
• Oversee annual dispatch planning for

  ₹3,000+ crore worth of goods

  .
• Optimize route planning, vehicle utilization, and freight costs.
• Monitor OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery performance and resolve bottlenecks proactively.

3. Vehicle & Transport Management

• Plan daily, weekly, and monthly vehicle requirements based on dispatch schedules.
• Coordinate with transporters to ensure

  availability, cost efficiency, and reliability

  .
• Evaluate and onboard transporters based on performance, cost, and service levels.
• Track vehicle movement and delivery timelines to reduce transit delays and claims.

4. Digitization & Process Automation

• Lead the

  digitization of SCM and logistics processes

  using modern tools and platforms.
• Implement and manage

  bidding, tracking, and logistics management software

  .
• Drive system-based dispatch planning, transporter billing, and real-time tracking.
• Collaborate with IT and ERP teams to enhance SCM workflows and reporting.

5. ERP, Data & Analytics

• Actively work on

  Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

  for supply chain, dispatch, and inventory modules.
• Design dashboards, MIS reports, and control sheets using

  advanced Excel

  .
• Leverage

  AI tools

  for forecasting, exception handling, and operational decision-making.
• Ensure data accuracy, process compliance, and system discipline across teams.

6. Team Leadership & Governance

• Lead and manage a

  team of 15–20 SCM, logistics, and planning professionals

  .
• Define clear roles, KPIs, and accountability across the SCM function.
• Train and upskill the team on systems, analytics, and AI-based tools.
• Establish SOPs, review mechanisms, and escalation frameworks.

7. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales, Factory Heads, Finance, IT, and Commercial teams.
• Align dispatch priorities with sales commitments and production realities.
• Support finance teams with freight cost control, transporter billing validation, and audits.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in

  Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, and Dispatch Management

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

• Experience with logistics bidding platforms and tracking software

• Practical application of AI tools in daily SCM operations

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• 12–18+ years of experience in

  SCM / Logistics / Planning

  , preferably in

  FMCG

• Experience handling large-scale, multi-location manufacturing and dispatch operations

• Proven track record of managing high-volume dispatches

  in a complex supply chain
• Experience leading teams of

  15+ members

• Engineering / MBA / relevant postgraduate qualification preferred

Why Join Priyagold

• Opportunity to lead SCM for one of India’s largest biscuit and FMCG manufacturers
• High-impact leadership role with scale, complexity, and strategic visibility
• Strong focus on

  technology, digitization, and AI-driven operations

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and business transformation initiatives