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Supply Chain Strategy Director
Supply Chain Strategy DirectorUnited Breweries Ltd. • Republic Of India, IN
Supply Chain Strategy Director

Supply Chain Strategy Director

United Breweries Ltd. • Republic Of India, IN
5 hours ago
Job description

Role Purpose

Lead Strategic Planning will be responsible for shaping, driving, and executing the long-term supply chain strategy for the organization. This role will ensure that the company’s supply chain ecosystem is resilient, cost-efficient, digitally enabled, and capable of supporting future growth in the business. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Sales, Finance, Sustainability, and Commercial Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Supply Chain Planning

  • Develop and execute the supply chain strategy aligned with organizational goals and market growth plans.
  • Identify structural improvements and optimize the manufacturing footprints.
  • Lead scenario planning, capacity modelling, and risk simulations to ensure supply continuity and optimal cost structures.

2. Network Optimization & Capex Strategy

  • Evaluate and recommend changes to sourcing plan, plant locations, warehousing models, and logistics networks based on demand projections and category growth.
  • Build long-term Capex requirements including automation, digital tools, warehouse expansion, and sustainability initiatives.
  • 3. Demand, Inventory & Production Strategy

  • Collaborate with the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process to improve forecast accuracy and balance demand-supply risks.
  • Set strategic inventory norms and define buffer strategies for high-risk SKUs and critical raw materials.
  • Design multi-tier production and replenishment models to improve service levels and reduce total supply chain cost.
  • 4. Digital Transformation & Analytics

  • Lead digital roadmap for supply chain including advanced planning systems (APS), AI / ML forecasting tools, IoT-based visibility, and control tower designs.
  • Create dashboards and decision-support tools for leadership using data-driven insights.
  • 5. Cost Optimization & Productivity

  • Drive large-scale productivity programs focused on logistics efficiency, manufacturing throughput, material yield improvement, and working capital management.
  • Build and monitor KPIs and benchmarking models for continuous improvement.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Master’s degree in operations management, Supply chain management from
  • 8–15 years of experience in supply chain roles, with at least 3–5 years in a strategic or transformation-focused capacity.
  • Prior experience in the beverages, FMCG, or consumer goods industry strongly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and S&OP.
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects and strategic transformations.
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Strategic thinking with ability to break down complex business challenges.
  • Advanced analytical capabilities;
  • proficiency with supplychain planning tools, optimization models, and data analytics.

  • Strong business acumen and financial understanding (Capex / Opex, ROI analysis).
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.
  • Ability to lead through influence and work in a rapidly evolving business environment.
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