Manager, Third-Party Manufacturing

Job Description – 3rd Party Production Manager

Location Sector 57, Gurgaon

We are a house of D2C brands in the Home and Hygiene consumer space with interests in categories like Household Cleaners, Appliance Cleaners, Air Fresheners, Repellents, Fabric Care, Auto Care and Shoe Care. We were founded in April 2022 and are already in-market with our first brand Klenzmo, India’s first Appliance Cleaner brand, and Kleenest – Safe and Efficacious Home care brand. Over the last year, we have served over 2500000+ consumers across 3000+ pin codes through marketplaces.

Job on Hand

• Vendor Management:

Acting as the primary point of contact for third-party manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics providers.

• Production Oversight:

Monitoring production schedules, inventory levels, and quality control procedures at third-party facilities.

• Performance Management:

Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and vendor scorecards to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.

• Cost Management:

Analyzing production costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and negotiating favorable pricing with vendors.

• Risk Management:

Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with third-party production, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, or non-compliance.

• Process Optimization:

Working with third-party partners to streamline production processes, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.

• Quality Control:

Ensuring that products manufactured by third parties meet the required quality standards and specifications.

• Inventory Management:

Working with third-party warehouses to ensure accurate inventory accounting and minimize variances.

• Reporting and Analysis:

Generating reports on production performance, costs, and risks for management review.

Key Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills:

  To effectively communicate with internal teams, vendors, and other stakeholders.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills:

  To identify and resolve production issues and optimize processes.

• Solid understanding of production management principles:

  Including lean manufacturing, quality control, and inventory management.

• Proficiency in production management software and systems,

  Such as ERP systems and inventory management software.

• Project management skills:

  To manage projects related to third-party production and process improvements.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines:

  Given the fast-paced nature of production environments.

• Knowledge of third-party risk management practices:

  Including regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Skills Required

• MBA operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum of two years’ experience in D2C or FMCG Startup
• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Time management and organizational skills.