Senior Commercial Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial & Financial Management

• Oversee plant-level commercial operations including billing, costing, budgeting, and MIS reporting.
• Monitor and control plant expenses to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Support plant management in cost optimization and profitability improvement initiatives.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports related to plant operations.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with central procurement for raw materials, consumables, spares, and services.
• Handle vendor negotiations, rate contracts, and ensure timely availability of materials.
• Verify purchase orders, GRNs, invoices, and ensure proper documentation.

Inventory & Stores Control

• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, finished goods, and stores & spares.
• Ensure proper inventory accounting, stock reconciliation, and periodic physical verification.
• Implement inventory control measures to avoid excess, shortage, or obsolescence.

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with GST, customs (if applicable), excise (if applicable), and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with tax consultants and auditors for timely filings and assessments.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and statutory regulations.

Liaison & Coordination

• Act as a liaison between plant, HO finance/commercial teams, auditors, banks, and government authorities.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, logistics, and HR for smooth plant operations.
• Support audits (internal, statutory, and cost audits) and ensure timely closure of observations.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Ensure proper use of ERP/SAP for commercial transactions and reporting.
• Implement process improvements and internal controls at the plant level.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of plant commercial operations and cost accounting.
• Working knowledge of GST, taxation, and statutory compliances.
• Experience with ERP/SAP systems.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and coordination skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Qualification & Experience

• Qualification: CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) / M.Com CA or equivalent.
• Experience: 8–15 years of experience in plant commercial / manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in building material, FMCG, chemicals, or heavy manufacturing preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person