Job Description

Position Description
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Business Division: Agchem Brands

Department: Commercial

Location: Panoli (Unit - 2)



Position Title: Lead Stores (Site)

Level: Middle Management

Reporting To : Head Warehouse Operations



Position Purpose
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The Lead Stores (Site) is responsible for efficient and cost effective management of domestic supply chain and logistics. The role also entails monitoring of RM, PM & FG stores. Strategic Responsibilities
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• Implement cost effective practices in warehouse and logistics management
• Implement best practices of supply chain management
• Ensure effective management of inventory
• Approve supplier selection through robust qualification processes
• Develop and execute roadmap to improve domestic logistics framework at site
Operational Responsibilities
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##### Inventory and Stores Management


• Define inventory levels of engineering and general items and avoid stock out position
• Minimize Inventory carrying cost by ensuring timely disposal of off-spec RM and PM
• Maximize creditors day by higher credits on inputs and low inventories
• Assist in identifying non-moving items as per norms and propose NPA in consultation with Engineering, Packaging Lab & Quality Control department
• Ensure material reconciliation with sub-contractors as per defined frequency and maintenance of proper records for outsourcing
• Plan RM & PM availability at plant as per production planning & review it
• Ensure effective utilization of available facilities / resources

##### Logistics Management


• Analyze supplier data and assist in solving complex quality problems
• Handling the entire logistics, payments, deliveries for site
• Provide guidance in domestic logistics management to ensure efficient and effective transportation of products
• Assess value and contribution of existing logistic partnerships and make changes when necessary
• Keep track of recent market developments in domestic logistics management and implement best practices of logistics management
• Ensure optimization of overall logistics troubleshooting cost
Financial Responsibilities
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People Responsibilities
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• Co-ordinate with:
• Production Department for issue of RM / PM and receipt of FG
• QC related to quality of RM / PM / FG
• F&A Department related to bills / invoice
• User departments related to material
• Inform & discuss quality related matters with suppliers, QC & internal customer
• Facilitate initiatives for training need identification and building requisite skills & competencies through systematic training & skill-upgradation initiatives for the team
• Recognize & reward excellent performers & affirm key contributions of employees toward the achievement of goals & objectives of the team
• Inspire & motivate employees through demonstrated commitment to PI's values, vision & mission and active participation in various team engagement activities
Education Qualification
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• B.Sc. / M.Sc. - Chemistry; B.Tech/B.E. - Chemical
• PG - MBA/PGDM Graduate (Supply Chain/ Operations)
Work Experience
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9 -15 years of experience in Supply Chain, Warehouse Management in Manufacturing Sites
Industry to be Hired from
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Any industry - Preferable chemical industry Functional Competencies
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• Stores Management aAEURA" Inventory Management, Stock Reconciliation, RGP/NRGP creation
• Sound knowledge of FIFO & other systems for effective stores functioning
• Knowledge of Domestic Logistics Management and Procedures
• Knowledge of SAP
Interaction Complexity and Team Work
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Interaction Frequency

Purpose of Interaction


Internal: Head Supply Chain & Logistics


Monthly


Updating the head about the current market trends and familiarizing him with SCM policies; updating & ensuring delivery of material as per agreed plan


Internal: Head Production Site, Head QC Site,


Fortnightly


Discussing specific issues related to material and addressing them


External: Vendors, Suppliers


As required


Negotiating contracts and addressing specific issues