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Regional Head-Supply Chain(Central & East)

CompanyVarun Beverages Limited (VBL)
LocationRajpur Sonarpur
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 12, 2026
About The Company
Varun Beverages Limited (VBL) is one of the top FMCG players in the Indian Market. We are on track towards strengthening our position in the global beverage industry with our presence in 14 countries in the Indian sub-continent and Africa - where we are responsible for producing popular brands like Pepsi, Mirinda, 7up, Mountain Dew, Slice, Aquafina, Sting, Tropicana, Gatorade, and many more and making them readily available at outlets near you. We are committed towards delivering a refreshing beverage experience to our consumers. VBL in India is the second-largest franchisee partner for PepsiCo (outside US) and is powered by #HungryForMore spirit of 10,000+ employees who contribute to making the VBL family stronger and bigger every-day. Life@VBL is about endless opportunities and maximizing learnings every-day. We take immense pride in our employees’ commitment, ownership, and spirit of #OneTeamOneDream. We are equally committed to ESG principles; focusing on environmental stewardship and actively participating in community initiatives demonstrate our dedication to giving back to the environment and society. Our robust governance framework ensures accountability and sustainability in everything we do. For more details, please visit our website.
About the Role

  • Regional SCM Operations

    • Oversee end-to-end Supply Chain Management operations within the region, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and standards.

    • Collaborate with plant managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to optimize regional supply chain processes.

  • Part of Regional Leadership Team

    • Actively participate in the Regional Leadership team, providing strategic insights and aligning supply chain strategies with overall regional objectives.

    • Collaborate with other functional leaders to drive cross-functional initiatives.

  • Seasonal Planning/Infrastructure

    • Develop and implement seasonal planning strategies to address fluctuations in demand.

    • Assess and enhance regional infrastructure at plants and depots to support supply chain efficiency.

  • Product Availability

    • Ensure consistent product availability at the regional level through effective production planning, inventory management, and distribution strategies.

    • Collaborate with production teams to address any production challenges and minimize stockouts.

  • Fair Share Allocation

    • Work closely with national and other regional teams to establish fair share allocation for regional production.

    • Balance production capacities to meet demand and optimize overall supply chain performance.

  • S&OP and Demand Plan Accuracy

    • Establish and lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process for the region.

    • Drive accuracy in demand planning through collaboration with sales, marketing, and production teams.

  • Push Vs Pull Replenishment

    • Analyze demand patterns and implement push vs. pull replenishment strategies to optimize inventory levels and minimize lead times.

    • Continuously evaluate and adjust replenishment strategies based on market dynamics.

  • Infrastructure at Plant/Depots

    • Manage and enhance infrastructure at regional plants and depots to support operational efficiency.

    • Collaborate with relevant teams to address any infrastructure-related challenges.

  • Cost Management

    • Implement cost management strategies for the entire region, including transportation, warehousing, and production costs.

    • Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.

Key Skills
Supply Chain ManagementStrategic PlanningS&OPDemand PlanningInventory ManagementDistribution StrategiesCost ManagementInfrastructure ManagementProduction PlanningCross-functional LeadershipReplenishment StrategiesStakeholder ManagementOperational EfficiencyLogistics Optimization
Categories
Management & LeadershipLogisticsManufacturing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Regional Head of Supply Chain oversees end-to-end operations, including S&OP, demand planning, and infrastructure management across plants and depots. They are responsible for driving cost optimization, ensuring product availability, and collaborating with regional leadership to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
12355
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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