ZEISS in India

ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.

ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D; center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace.

Further information at ZEISS India.

Purpose of this position / Position summary

Working as part of the Product Life-Cycle Management team, the individual will project manage global cross-functional supply chain projects, ensuring operational excellence is delivered in all areas. Primary focus is on managing projects that involve product introductions and product exits.

Primary duties and responsibilities

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- Product Introduction & Discontinuation Management

· Coordinate the supply chain implementation of new product introductions and product discontinuations across global markets · Coordinate initial stocking orders, replenishment forecasts, and distribution curve requirements for new products

· Ensure production, logistics, and supply chain readiness for planned product launches

· Ensure project activities and new product demand are accurately reflected in B&C; demand planning

· Define and manage phase-in/phase-out strategies and exit timelines for discontinued products

· Coordinate inventory rundown and global sell-off opportunities to minimise inventory write-offs

- Project Planning & Monitoring





· Monitor project progress and ensure all supply chain activities align with agreed timelines · Prepare and maintain project plans, highlighting risks, delays, and status updates

· Communicate project expectations and progress through regular meetings and status reporting

· Escalate risks, delays, or operational issues to management when necessary

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- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication

· Work closely with Product Management, Commercial teams, and MASS to ensure successful product implementation · Provide project updates to senior Global Supply Chain Management during monthly PLCM meetings and when needed
- Systems & Process Governance

· Ensure products are correctly created and maintained across ordering and planning systems (including IBP) · Regularly update PLCM management tools with project status updates and support monthly meetings

Education requirements / Experience / Job Specifications

1. Education / Skilled Certification

University Degree qualified or equivalent

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2. Experience

Minimum 3 years project management experience ideally in supply chain and portfolio management

3. Knowledge / Skills / Other characteristics

· Proven track record of success and ROI in supply chain project management

· Strong communication and presentation skills at all management levels

· Effective organiser and planner, capable of bringing structure to any project

· Strong interpersonal skills. Able to motivate and influence others

· Flexible approach, able to respond to change and mitigate risk

· Target orientated and hands on approach

· Solid in IT knowledge across different applications

· Fluency in English. Second language desirable

· Ideally optical market experience and knowledge

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team

Manoj Badaik

📌 Lens Supply Chain PM Lead (Bengaluru)
🏢 ZEISS Group
📍 Bengaluru