Subko Coffee - Director/Senior Manager - Supply Chain (5-7 yrs)

- Subko is committed to an ideal: to help reimagine, re-design and re-invent an unlikely origin- the Indian Subcontinent- as a legitimate contributor to the global specialty coffee, craft baking and pod-to-bar chocolate making movements.

- Only raw materials enter Subko's facilities: all of the coffee, bakehouse and cacao products are crafted from scratch, in house.

- From crop to cup, pod to bar, and farm to table.

- We aim to provide a detailed, high-quality coffee, bake and chocolate experience to all our guests

Key Responsibilities:

- Direct the activities of all functions involved in the purchasing, planning, warehousing and control of materials from the receipt of forecasting replenishment needs to the delivery of the finished product into finished goods inventory and delivery of products to customer(s).

- Manage inventory and establish controls to ensure Subko is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk.

- Manage and maintain inventory management systems across product lines.

- Develop strategies, policies, procedures, and overall team to optimize value of the entire function in - creating a world class materials management group.

- Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to procurement.

- Lead and coach the team in maintaining excellence on cGMP, quality control, and safety.

- Develop and continuously improve supplier programs.

- Participate in existing and new product planning processes to assure timely acquisition of materials to support product launches.

- Participate in the design and implementation of a new ERP system and optimize its use.

- Lead negotiation efforts for major contracts.

- Develop and manage departmental budgets, and lead hiring for department.

- Establishes annual goals and objectives, (including stretch targets) in coordination with corporate objectives, and manages performance to ensure attainment.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field (required)

- Knowledge of logistics operations, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management

Skills Required:

- Have a team management experience of min 5 people

- Ability to use logistics and supply chain management software or tools, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and record keeping

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

- Excellent organizational and time management skills

- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners

- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

- Knowledge of logistics regulations, compliance, and risk management

- Ability to learn and apply new skills and knowledge quickly

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Positive attitude, self-motivated, and eager to learn and grow in the field of logistics