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Manager – Supply Chain Network Design
India
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Manager – Supply Chain Network Design
- SC Network Design and Optimization
- Support the Network Design COE by building robust data, analytics, and modeling frameworks to enable strategic & tactical decision-making.
- Develop and maintain global supply chain network models using tools such as Llamasoft (SCGX), Optilogic, or AIMMS to optimize manufacturing, sourcing, distribution, and inventory flows.
- Collaborate with the Advanced Analytics & Data Science team to design and maintain a centralized Supply Chain Modeling Database.
- Enhance and maintain automation frameworks to enable seamless refresh and scalability of network models.
- Build and democratize supply chain network visualization capabilities across the organization using tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate cost, service, and risk trade-offs, supporting strategic initiatives such as greenfield/brownfield studies and sustainability-driven redesigns.
- Standard Operating Process (SOP) Setup and Process Improvement
- Continuously identify and implement process improvements that eliminate non-value-added activities and align with industry best practices.
- Audit the effectiveness and sustainability of improvement initiatives, ensuring long-term value realization.
- Contribute to the development of standardized methodologies and documentation for network design and optimization processes.
- Work effectively with all the teams concerned, functions
- Develop, maintain, and enhance strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Sourcing, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Finance.
- Understand stakeholder requirements and translate them into actionable network design strategies.
- Forecast growth opportunities, prepare capability roadmap, and build future-ready supply chain design competencies.
- Lead and support global purchasing support enhancement projects, ensuring alignment with broader supply chain strategies.
- Create and run the function with Metrics
- Define, track, and publish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that reflect the effectiveness and impact of the network design function.
- Use data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement and strategic alignment
What we are looking for from your past experience
Experience requirement:
- Must Have’s
- 10-12 years of hands-on experience in supply chain analytics and network modeling, covering end-to-end design including manufacturing, sourcing, distribution, and inventory optimization.
- Proficiency in data manipulation tools such as SQL, Alteryx, or other ETL platforms.
- Strong experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Familiarity with network optimization tools such as Llamasoft SCGX, Optilogic, AIMMS, or JDA SC Strategist.
- Solid understanding of supply chain domains including manufacturing, capacity planning, demand/supply planning, warehousing, and transportation.
- Exposure to advanced modeling techniques in capacity planning, sourcing strategy, inventory optimization, and transportation network design is a strong advantage.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience working with ERP systems like SAP is a plus.
- Work experience
- 12+ Years of overall experience in Supply Chain and/or related field
10 to 12 years
Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Network Design, Network Optimization, Supply Chain Planning, Network Modeling, Power Bi, Supply Chain Analyst, Sourcing Strategy
Pune, Maharashtra, India
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