Synopsis of the roleThe successful candidate will manage all aspects of the supply chain operations for the business, including but not limited to:Production planning & controlCostingForecastingS& OPLogistics & warehousingOverseas distributionThe successful candidate will be responsible for delivering efficiency and innovation in their area and for contributing to the Company’s overall business objectives.1.Essential functionsIn-depth experience in:S& OPDealing with the changing dynamics of a fast-growing businessManaging overseas storage & distribution of food productsManaging outsourced production partnersImport & export operationsThe FMCG spaceBudgets and P&LHighly comfortable dealing and/ or managing:Third party partners in India (e.g. production)Third party partners overseas (e.g. warehousing & distribution)Clients in developed markets2.Critical Skills and Job Complexitya) Unique Knowledge and Skills:In-depth experience of:o The FMCG space (ideally, not essentially, in food)o Dealing with limited ‘shelf-life’ products (e.g., RTC food)o Meeting end-client retailers’ needs and expectationso Meeting consumers’ needs and expectations (i.e. a consumer champion)Passionate about foodExcellent written and spoken EnglishAbility to foster and cultivate business partnershipsb) Contacts Types/Levels Internal & ExternalOrganisation wide (India & UK) and external.ClientsSubsidiaries in Australia, Canada, India, and the UKc) Problem Solving & Decision MakingHighly analyticalHighly numerateExcellent decision making abilityDynamic and adaptable3.Preferred education and experienceManagement graduate with 8 + years of experience in a FMCG environment (preferably in the food industry)Preference (not essential) in dealing with and meeting the needs and expectation of retailers in developed markets.4. Work environment and physical demandsNo unusual physical work environment demandsTravel within India and abroad likely (but not extensively)5.Competencies critical to this positionCore competenciesStrategic judgmentImpact, influence and organization awarenessExcellent communication skills (verbal & written)Collaborative skillsDisplay candorSelf-propelledLeadership skillsStrong focus on deliverablesAttention to detailConsumer focusedDynamic and adaptableHands-onUnderstands the implications of their actionsFunctional competenciesCommercially astute with financial management in a retail environmentVendor development and managementExperience of dealing with developed markets desirableFMCG background, ideally with consumer goods with sell-by dates (e.g. computer hardware, food, etc…)Experience in managing and developing a supply chain