Sr Manager - Supply Chain Excellence & Back Process

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direction in production planning for raw and semi-finished materials.
• Drive alignment between demand forecasts, MPS, MRP outputs, and capacity constraints.
• Standardize S&OP, planning templates, and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Define short-term and long-term supply chain optimization strategies.
• Oversee the Supply Planning Specialists and Executives for accurate production plans.
• Approve production schedules, OT decisions, and material movement across plants/warehouses.
• Govern RM and SFG inventory levels strategically to maintain service readiness.
• Lead capacity planning and ETO prioritization to maximize utilization.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and automation initiatives for enhanced efficiency.
• Implement SAP PP/MM enhancements and integrate procurement, QA, and logistics processes.
• Monitor forecast compliance, OTIF, production adherence, and KPIs monthly.
• Generate forward-looking insights on capacity utilization, material shortages, and demand trends.
• Track and analyze Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), by-products, and yield variance metrics.
• Act as the key interface between Planning, Procurement, Production, QA, Warehousing, IT, and Logistics.
• Train and mentor Supply Planning Specialists, Executives, and SAP Core Users.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives with sales, marketing, and customer service teams.

Skill Requirements

• Strategic supply chain planning with MRP, inventory control, and S&OP integration.
• Expertise in data analytics, forecasting, and KPI reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Leadership ability with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Advanced), SAP (PP/MM), Power BI, and ERP tools.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Certifications in APICS (CSCP/CPIM), Lean Six Sigma, or PMP preferred.