Supply Chain Manager - FMCG at Ascentech Services Limited

Role Summary

We are seeking a strategic Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience coordinating planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure customer delivery.

Position Purpose

To provide effective operational execution and coordination across the supply chain including procurement, production, warehousing, distribution, and planning, ensuring the company achieves operational efficiency, cost optimization, product availability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a forward-looking supply chain strategy aligned with the company's growth goals
• Lead end-to-end integration of supply chain activities including raw material sourcing, production flow, and finished goods delivery
• Oversee sourcing of raw and packaging materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality compliance
• Build and manage supplier relationships and conduct periodic performance evaluations
• Work with the Production Manager to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and manufacturing schedules
• Monitor production efficiency, waste control, and timely output
• Maintain optimal inventory levels across warehouses
• Ensure real-time inventory tracking and minimize stockouts and expiries
• Manage outbound delivery of finished goods to distributors and retailers
• Optimize transport costs, routes, and customer service timelines
• Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes with commercial, production, and finance teams
• Translate sales forecasts into production and supply plans
• Supervise and build capacity of supply chain teams across functions
• Set KPIs, drive accountability, and lead performance reviews
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and HSE policies
• Mitigate supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans