Head Supply Chain

Job Title:

Position Overview:

The Head of Supply Chain India & Bangladesh will be responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, demand planning, production planning, supply planning, logistics, inventory, warehousing, and distribution. This role demands a strategic leader capable of driving supply chain transformation, efficiency, sustainability, and resilience across both countries in alignment with global strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Operations

• Develop and implement regional supply chain strategy aligned with global business goals.
• Lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align supply with forecasted demand and inventory targets.
• Ensure the supply chain remains agile and responsive to evolving market conditions.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Oversee strategic sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management.
• Build a cost-effective and resilient supplier network across India and Bangladesh.
• Ensure adherence to sustainability and ethical sourcing standards.

Logistics & Distribution

• Optimize logistics operations across domestic and cross-border transportation, warehousing, and import/export processes.
• Collaborate with third-party logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery.

Inventory & Warehousing

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet service level targets while optimizing working capital.
• Implement warehousing best practices to reduce waste, ensure stock accuracy, and prevent losses.

Compliance & Sustainability

• Ensure regulatory compliance across all supply chain operations in both countries.
• Promote environmentally responsible practices, such as circular supply chains and low-carbon logistics.

6. Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team across multiple sites.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

7. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with business development, sales, marketing, R&D, finance, and production teams.
• Serve as a key regional point of contact for global operations and supply chain leadership.

Key Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Masters degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in senior supply chain roles, preferably in the chemicals, textiles, FMCG, or manufacturing industries.
• Strong regional exposure in India and/or Bangladesh; South Asia experience is essential

Skills & Competencies

• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficient in supply chain technologies (e.g., SAP, advanced planning systems).
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on, proactive approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multinational, matrix organizations.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and green logistics.
• Knowledge of South Asian trade regulations and customs processes.
• High energy, street-smart, go-getter attitude.