Job Description – Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Industry: Corrugated Box Manufacturing & Packaging
Position: Supply Chain Executive
Experience: 4-6 Years
Preferred Industry Background: Candidates with relevant experience in the Corrugated Box Manufacturing Industry will be strongly preferred.
Department: Supply Chain Management
Work Location: Hitech-City, Hyderabad

Job Purpose

To manage and streamline end-to-end supply chain operations for corrugated box manufacturing, ensuring timely procurement of raw materials, effective inventory management, production planning, vendor coordination and dispatch of finished goods. The role involves maintaining uninterrupted material availability, optimizing procurement costs and ensuring efficient coordination between Purchase, Stores, Production, Quality and Logistics departments.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Procurement & Purchase Management

· Manage procurement of raw materials required for corrugated box manufacturing, including:

o Kraft Paper (all GSM and BF grades).

o Starch / Adhesives.

o Printing Inks.

o Stitching Wire.

o Corrugation and other production consumables.

o Packaging materials.

· Identify, evaluate and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.

· Obtain quotations, negotiate prices, payment terms and delivery schedules.

· Raise and process purchase orders based on approved requirements.

· Ensure timely procurement to avoid production interruptions.

· Monitor raw material price fluctuations and identify cost-saving opportunities.

B. Inventory & Stores Management

· Monitor and maintain optimum inventory levels of all raw materials and consumables.

· Ensure proper stock control of Kraft Paper, adhesives, inks and other production materials.

· Maintain minimum, maximum and reorder stock levels.

· Ensure proper storage, identification and handling of raw materials.

· Monitor stock movement through FIFO practices.

· Coordinate physical stock verification and reconcile inventory discrepancies.

· Ensure timely GRN preparation and accurate ERP inventory entries.

C. Production Planning & Material Coordination





· Coordinate with the Production Department to understand daily, weekly and monthly production requirements.

· Plan material availability based on production schedules and customer orders.

· Ensure the timely availability of required paper grades, GSM, BF and other materials.

· Monitor material consumption and wastage during corrugation and box conversion processes.

· Coordinate with Production and Quality teams to address material shortages, quality issues and production delays.

D. Vendor Management & Coordination

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with raw material suppliers.

· Monitor vendor performance in terms of quality, pricing and delivery commitments.

· Follow up on pending purchase orders and delayed deliveries.

· Coordinate with vendors for replacement or resolution of rejected and defective materials.

· Maintain updated vendor records and supplier performance reports.

E. Logistics & Dispatch Coordination

· Coordinate inbound transportation of raw materials to the manufacturing plant.

· Monitor transportation costs and delivery schedules.

· Coordinate with Production and Sales teams for finished goods availability and dispatch planning.

· Ensure timely dispatch of corrugated boxes as per customer delivery commitments.

· Monitor vehicle placement, loading schedules and delivery documentation.

F. MIS & Reporting

· Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports on procurement, inventory and material consumption.

· Monitor purchase costs, stock levels and material availability.

· Maintain records of purchase orders, GRNs, supplier quotations and invoices.

· Track procurement savings, inventory ageing and material wastage.

· Provide regular SCM performance updates to management.

Preferred Industry Background





· Candidates with relevant experience in the Corrugated Box Manufacturing Industry will be strongly preferred.

· Hands-on experience in Kraft Paper procurement, GSM/BF specifications, starch, adhesives, printing inks and other corrugated packaging materials is highly desirable.

· Candidates currently working or previously worked in corrugated box manufacturing companies will be given preference.

· Corrugated Box Manufacturing.

· Paper and Paperboard Industry.

· Packaging and Printing Industry.

· Kraft Paper Manufacturing and Trading.

Educational Qualification

· Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Commerce, Business Administration or Supply Chain Management.

· MBA / PG Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Materials Management will be an added advantage.

Experience

· 4–6 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement or Materials Management.

· Experience in corrugated box manufacturing, paper mills, packaging or paper-based industries is preferred.

· Candidates with practical experience in Kraft Paper procurement and inventory management will be preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

· Strong knowledge of Kraft Paper procurement, GSM, BF and paper grades.

· Understanding of corrugation and box manufacturing processes.

· Knowledge of raw material planning and inventory control.

· Vendor development, negotiation and cost-control skills.

· Knowledge of ERP / SAP and MS Excel.

· Strong coordination, communication and analytical skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure uninterrupted production.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Availability of raw materials as per production requirements.

· Reduction in procurement and material costs.

· Inventory accuracy and stock control.

· Timely delivery of materials by suppliers.

· Reduction in material shortages and production downtime.

· Effective control of paper consumption and material wastage.

· Timely dispatch of finished goods.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Advantages:

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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