Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management
Source and procure coffee beans, dairy products, bakery ingredients, packaging materials, cleaning supplies, and other operational requirements.
Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard current suppliers.
Maintain robust relationships with existing vendors to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.
Monitor supplier performance and conduct periodic vendor reviews.

Inventory Management
Ensure optimal stock levels across all outlets and central stores.
Monitor inventory movement and reduce wastage, pilferage, and stock-outs.
Implement inventory control systems and conduct regular stock audits.
Analyse consumption patterns and forecast future requirements.

Logistics & Distribution
Coordinate movement of materials from suppliers to warehouse and outlets.
Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of products to all locations.
Optimize transportation routes and logistics costs.
Track deliveries and resolve supply chain disruptions promptly.

Warehouse Operations
Oversee warehouse management, storage standards, and stock accuracy.
Ensure FIFO (First In First Out) and FEFO (First Expiry First Out) practices are followed.
Maintain proper documentation of inward and outward stock movements.

Planning & Forecasting




Collaborate with Operations and Outlet Managers to forecast demand.
Develop procurement plans based on sales projections and seasonal trends.
Maintain safety stock levels for critical items.

Cost Control & Process Improvement
Identify prospects to reduce procurement and logistics costs.
Improve supply chain efficiency through process automation and standardization.
Generate reports and dashboards to track KPIs and operational performance.

Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure all purchased products meet company quality standards.
Maintain compliance with FSSAI regulations and food safety guidelines.
Monitor supplier certifications and quality documentation.

Required Skills
Supply Chain Planning
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Inventory Management
Vendor Negotiation
Logistics Coordination
Cost Optimization
ERP / Inventory Management Software
MS Excel & Data Analysis
Leadership & Team Management
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Inventory Accuracy (%)
Stock-Out Incidents
Procurement Cost Savings
Vendor Performance Score
On-Time Delivery Rate
Inventory Holding Cost
Wastage Reduction %
Supply Chain Efficiency Metrics

📌 Supply Chain Manager Chennai
🏢 Madras Coffee House
📍 Chennai