Head - Supply Chain Management (SCM)

This role is for one of Weekday's clients

Location: Hyderabad

JobType: full-time

Requirements

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned SCM professional to lead and optimize our end-to-end supply chain , including procurement, production planning, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and distribution . This strategic role will ensure cost-effective, timely, and quality-driven supply chain operations aligned with global business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Supply Chain Leadership:

• Lead the entire supply chain function - procurement, planning, warehousing, logistics, and inventory
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with company goals and international market demands
• Build a robust vendor base and ensure long-term sourcing agreements for key raw materials and packaging
• Optimize cost, lead time, and inventory turnover while ensuring uninterrupted supply to production and export schedules
  
  

Operations & Planning:

• Oversee material planning (MRP), production planning, and demand forecasting based on sales forecasts and capacity
• Ensure accurate inventory management across all locations with strong coordination between warehouse, QA, and production
• Drive just-in-time (JIT), safety stock, and buffer strategies to minimize stockouts or overstocking
• Monitor and improve supply chain KPIs (OTIF, lead time, forecast accuracy, inventory days, etc.)
  
  

Team & Vendor Management:

• Lead and develop a team of professionals in procurement, warehouse, logistics, and planning
• Build strong relationships with vendors, freight forwarders, CHAs, and packaging suppliers
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FSSAI, AYUSH, USFDA, and export regulations related to material movement
  
  

Logistics & Distribution:

• Ensure efficient handling of domestic and international logistics - including air, sea, and road freight
• Oversee timely dispatch of finished goods, export documentation, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery
• Implement cost-effective freight strategies and ensure alignment with customer delivery expectations
  
  

Compliance & Technology:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal SOPs in all supply chain functions
• Work closely with QA, QC, R&D, Finance, and Sales to streamline operations
• Leverage ERP systems (SAP/Tally/Oracle) and other digital tools to drive transparency and efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's in Pharmacy, Science, Commerce, or Engineering; MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain/Operations is preferred
• 15+ years of experience in end-to-end supply chain, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in herbal, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or FMCG sectors is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of global procurement, inventory control, logistics, compliance, and ERP systems
• Proven leadership, negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional coordination skills