Supply Chain Specialist

The Supply Chain Specialist - Contract Manufacturing will be responsible for the sourcing, relationship, and project management efforts that support ongoing contract manufacturing relationships. You will identify cost improvement opportunities, ensure each supply partner meets performance standards, and monitor the extended supply chain to deliver products globally at the lowest cost possible. Your role will involve interfacing with suppliers worldwide, as well as collaborating with Hollister global business units and Global Marketing. Your responsibilities will include administering the material requisition process to optimize inventory, service, and costs. You will drive improvements and automation in the ordering cycle for consistent supply reliability. Additionally, you will oversee the operational aspects of the finished goods supply chain for contract manufacturing partners, ensuring alignment with planned objectives. Collaborating with Quality, Transportation, and Warehouse functions, you will identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost reduction. Building and nurturing strong supplier relationships will be crucial to ensure continuity of supply and facilitate product development initiatives. You will work closely with Global Marketing and Demand Planning teams to validate forecasts and represent the Contract Manufacturing team in global demand meetings. Leading strategic planning and logistics initiatives for process improvements and cost efficiencies will also be part of your role. As a Core Team Member in new product launch and product transfer projects, you will facilitate seamless transitions and integration of new suppliers or products into the Hollister network. Developing KPIs and operational reporting mechanisms to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes will be essential. You will implement and administer supplier performance improvement programs, actively monitoring inventory levels, forecast accuracy, and supply shortages to ensure adherence to targets and continuous improvement. The essential functions of this role include Supplier Management, Procurement Planning, Inventory Management, Order Processing, Cost Analysis, Risk Management, Data Analysis and Reporting, as well as Collaboration with other departments such as logistics, production, and finance to ensure alignment and coordination within the supply chain. Your work experience should include a minimum of five years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in Operations, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities are necessary skills for this role. A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field is required. Preferred certifications for this role include Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or similar. Experience with SAP R/3, APO, and S4 is desired. Proficiency in English and knowledge of other regional languages is a plus for this hybrid work mode position located in sector 43, Gurugram.,