Job Description

Lead identification, development and management of sustainable supplier base as well as Third Party Manufacturing (TPM) in India.

This role will oversee on site and HO based personnel team to manage the end to end supply network; drive cost improvement projects; enhance technical capabilities and serve as the technical expert on aspects.

The incumbent needs to develop quality upgradation methodology and implement QA CORE JOB

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The role is single point of contact accountable for managing technical aspects of TPM/supplier mfg, quality, and continuity of supply.

2. Lead supplier/ TPM development strategies that are integrated with business needs.

3. Develop robust supplier improvement plans.

4. Deploy risk mitigation programs to limit exposure to supply disruptions due to technical or quality issues.

5. Lead company efforts in executing material cost reduction / gross margin improvement programs using internal and external resources. Lead or play active role in quality / technical / commercial dispute with suppliers.

6. Work closely with Procurement, R&D, QA & plant stakeholders for New development improvement Projects.

7. Lead team of Dairy/Non-dairy portfolios with delegation & responsibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Education : Bachelor/Master Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture Science, Dairy Technology /Food Science or similar discipline and MBA OR relevant Master's Degree

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE : Minimum 15-20 years of relevant experience. Minimum 15-20 years of experience in Supplier Development / technical services in food & beverage sector / dairy / Knowledge on dairy commodities used in manufacture of such ingredients is a plus.