Senior Executive - Commercial

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments — from everyday connections to landmark celebrations. 

Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other. 

Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.

Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships. It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love. 

The Senior Executive – Unit Supply Chain will be responsible for managing procurement coordination, material receipts, inventory control, internal material movement, logistics cost optimization, and supply chain reporting to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations.

·       Review and validate purchase order requests.

·       Monitor and control daily Purchase Receipts and Production Receipts, ensuring accurate documentation and SAP entries.

·       Maintain material receipt records and supporting documents until invoice receipt and reconciliation.

·       Coordinate timely movement of materials within the unit to support uninterrupted operations.

·       Monitor logistics costs, achieve cost targets, and identify opportunities to optimize logistics operations.

·       Coordinate with Planning and Packing teams to ensure proper accounting and reconciliation of packing materials.

·       Follow up with suppliers and transporters to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to schedules.

·       Prepare accurate and timely reports on material availability and resource requirements.

·       Monitor expenditure and resource utilization to support cost control and operational efficiency.

·       Develop and implement contingency plans to manage fluctuations in demand and material availability.

·       Assist the Unit Supply Chain Manager in preparing daily and monthly MIS reports.

·       Maintain updated databases of vendors, pricing, and manufacturer information.

·       Master's/Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.

·       2–5 years of relevant experience in supply chain operations, procurement, materials management, inventory control, or warehousing.

·       Experience in a manufacturing environment.

·       Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems.

·       Strong understanding of procurement, materials management, inventory control, and warehousing practices.

·       Good planning, organizational, and coordination skills.

·       Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

·       High flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

·       Proficiency in SAP and data-driven reporting.

Working with us

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. 

We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including: 

Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible. 

We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team. 

Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more. 

Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity. 

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