Senior Manager

Senior Manager – Supply Chain Management (Gresbond)

Location

Reporting

Position Overview

S/he will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, vendor management and logistics for Gresbond (adhesive business). The role will also involve managing outsourcing operations, ensuring timely delivery, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and leading the mason loyalty program.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Identify and develop reliable suppliers for raw materials, finished products and product packaging.
• Put in place an effective and structured vendor on-boarding process.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms, and on-board new vendors.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.

Inventory & Production Coordination:

• Ensure availability of finished goods across vendor locations.
• Monitor product basket and packaging material stocks at the plant, maintaining optimal inventory to avoid stockouts or overstocking.
• Forecast material requirements based on production planning and product launch timelines.

Quality & Service Management:

• Address packaging material quality issues with vendors and obtain credit notes for unresolved complaints.
• Coordinate with sales heads to promptly resolve service-related issues and complaints.
• Standardize adhesive packaging materials nationwide to ensure consistency and brand alignment.

Supply Chain Strategy & Logistics:

• Design and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies specific to the adhesive industry.
• Oversee logistics, warehousing, and distribution to ensure timely and cost-efficient deliveries.
• Manage outsourcing operations in line with contractual agreements.

Financial & Operational Control:

• Manage the annual procurement and SCM budget.
• Drive cost optimization while ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Ensure transparency in sourcing and vendor management processes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management / MBA or Postgraduate Diploma in Materials Management.
• 10–12 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably in the adhesive industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of adhesives, raw materials, and industry compliance.
• Proficiency in supply chain, logistics, and inventory management processes.
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.