Senior Executive - Unit Supply Chain

About the Function: 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.

About the role: 

Unit Supply Chain – Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control daily Purchase Receipts (PR) and Production Receipts of materials, ensuring timely and accurate system transactions.
• Review, maintain, and control material receipt documentation and records until invoice receipt and closure.
• Organize and ensure the timely movement of materials within the unit to support uninterrupted and efficient operations.
• Drive logistics cost optimization and implement an efficient logistics model to achieve cost and service objectives.
• Coordinate with Planning and Packing teams to ensure accurate accounting, reconciliation, and traceability of recycled bottles and packing materials.
• Follow up with suppliers and transporters for timely order fulfillment, material deliveries, vehicle placement, and resolution of supply/logistics issues.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports on material/resource availability, highlighting shortages, risks, and critical requirements.
• Monitor and report resource expenditure, utilization, and cost performance against approved plans and budgets.
• Effectively manage monthly, quarterly, and annual Physical Verification (PV) and audit activities, including inventory verification, variance analysis, RCA, documentation, and closure of audit observations.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to manage fluctuations in demand, supply disruptions, and operational constraints.
• Support the Manager in preparation and review of daily and monthly MIS, including supply chain, inventory, logistics, cost, and operational performance indicators.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production, Planning, Warehouse, Finance, Quality, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Ensure adherence to company SOPs, inventory controls, statutory requirements, and audit/compliance standards across unit supply chain activities.

• MBA or any Equivalent to master’s degree in business administration or commerce or related field
• Knowledge of Purchase, Materials Management and Warehousing practices good planning and Organizing Skills High Flexibility and Problem Solving

• Knowledge of Purchase, Materials Management, GRN and Warehousing practices, FG dispatches, Excise Regulatory & Transportation etc.
• Able to handle PV/Audit monthly/quarterly/Annually
• Must be able to manage LMU Executive/Staff and Contractual workmen.
• Strong ERP exposure (SAP), Advanced Excel
• Good planning and Organizing Skills
• High Flexibility and Problem Solving

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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• 5–7 years of relevant experience in supply chain operations