Head - Strategic Planning

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 supply chain 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.