Supply Chain Lead

Our looking for a Supply Chain Lead to build and drive an agile, data-led supply chain for a fast-growing D2C consumer brand.The role will own the end-to-end supply chain — from demand planning and procurement to inventory, warehousing, logistics and fulfilment — ensuring high availability, optimal inventory levels and efficient working capital.The ideal candidate will bring strong FMCG supply chain experience and have worked in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where speed, execution and data-driven decision-making are critical.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end supply chain across demand planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, logistics and order fulfilment.Drive demand forecasting and supply planning in line with business growth and sales plans.Build robust inventory planning mechanisms to balance availability, working capital and inventory turns.Manage 3PL, warehousing and logistics partners, ensuring service levels, cost efficiency and timely fulfilment.Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Procurement and Operations teams to align supply with business requirements.Identify and eliminate supply chain bottlenecks, improving OTIF, fill rates and overall customer experience.Develop and track key supply chain metrics including forecast accuracy, inventory turns, stock-outs, ageing, OTIF and logistics costs.Drive cost optimisation across procurement, warehousing and logistics.Build scalable processes and systems to support the brand's rapid growth.Use data and analytics to identify opportunities for improving service levels, efficiency and working capital.Lead and develop the supply chain team and external partner ecosystem.What We Are Looking For6–8 years of experience in Supply Chain / Planning / Operations.Mandatory FMCG experience — candidates without FMCG experience will not be considered.2020 batch pass-out from a top-tier B-School.Strong understanding of demand planning, inventory management, warehousing and logistics.Experience managing high-SKU, fast-moving consumer businesses will be preferred.Prior experience in a D2C / e-commerce / consumer business is an advantage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.Ability to operate in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment and build processes from the ground up.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.