Job Details

Manufacturing :

• Key is to localise products , with significantly low volumes compared to India. And hence needs to be creative in layout , procuring low machinery.
• We have one own factory and three 3P manufacturing in Bangladesh and the key agenda will be driving localization projects

SCM / Procurement :

• Implementation of MRP module
• Re-negotiating costs on local RM / PM (ongoing basis)
• Purchasing land for own warehouse operations
• Route optimisation by tying up with aggregators

• Must have strong manufacturing experience of handling one (or more) factory / 3P operations. SCM exposure would be an added advantage.
• Detailed understanding COGS break up (material costing and conversion cost)
• In depth understanding of at least one of the categories (HI, Hair Colours, Air Fresheners or Personal Wash)
• Should have technical understanding of the RM (ingredients) – formulation etc.
• Packing Material : Needs to know specs and related costs.
• Understanding of 5S, Safety norms, QACI standards, ISO / FSSC standards
• Proven cost savings initiatives undertaken across stints (process improvement and optimisation)
• Liaising with regulatory bodies
• Strong commercial acumen
• Demand planning / forecasting
• Others:
• Strong negotiation & influencing skills (dealing with labour contractor, suppliers, landlords, 3P)
• Detailing is the key (ability to get into the depth – numbers, processes)
• Strong team management skills (managing cross cultural teams)
• Hands on approach
• Coaching local team on systems and processes
• High on agility
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time

Reference ID - GH/CRS/JC//04122019//88065/PSO-Head