Godrej Agrovet Limited Hiring for Supply Chain Planning Manager at Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Full Time

Manager – Supply Chain Planning

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL)

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Job Title: Manager – Supply Chain Planning

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Manufacturing and Supply Chain Excellence

Business: Godrej Agrovet Limited

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.

https://www.godrejindustries.com/

About Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL)

Godrej Agrovet is a food and agri conglomerate, dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields.

www.godrejagrovet.com

About the role

As a Supply Chain Planning Manager, you’ll lead network optimisation, manage warehousing and logistics, drive innovation, and oversee vendor relationships. You’ll mentor regional teams, streamline operations, and implement cutting-edge solutions to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused supply chain processes.

1. Network planning:

– Develop and implement strategies for optimising the distribution network, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products

– Analyse market trends, demand requirements, and inventory levels to plan and adjust the distribution network accordingly

– Collaborate with sales, production, and other departments to align network planning with business objectives

2. Distribution planning:

– Plan and manage the distribution of products to various sales channels, including distributors, dealers, and retailers

– Ensure that distribution plans are aligned with customer demand, minimising stockouts and overstock situations

– Monitor and evaluate the performance of distribution channels, making adjustments as needed to improve service levels

3. Warehousing management:

– Oversee the operations of warehouses located in factory premises, ensuring optimal space utilisation, inventory accuracy, and safety compliance

– Implement best practices in warehousing, including lean management techniques, to improve efficiency and reduce costs

– Lead the development and execution of warehouse automation and technology integration projects

4. Logistics management:

– Oversee all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation, freight, and delivery schedules

– Negotiate and manage contracts with logistics service providers to ensure cost-effective and reliable service

– Implement logistics optimisation initiatives, such as route planning and load consolidation, to reduce costs and improve delivery times

5. Vendor management:

– Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and suppliers

– Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to ensure the best value for the company

– Monitor vendor performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or service

6. Team leadership:

– Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regional stores and logistics heads, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

– Set performance goals, conduct regular reviews, and provide feedback to ensure that team members are meeting or exceeding expectations

– Encourage cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing among regional teams

7. Innovation and change management:

– Champion innovative solutions and process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness. Lead change management initiatives within the supply chain function, ensuring smooth implementation and adoption of new processes and technologies

– Stay updated on industry trends and best practices and apply this knowledge to drive continuous improvement

Who are we looking for?

What’s in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

·6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers

·2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers

·Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms.

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse – especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities – helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.