Senior Manager / Manager – International Supply Chain

About the job

Role Purpose The Senior Manager / Manager – International Supply Chain will play a critical role in managing and optimizing global supply chain operations across Meril’s international subsidiaries and distribution partners. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient supply planning, demand forecasting, order management, and cross-border logistics coordination to support global market demand ... while maintaining optimal inventory levels and working capital efficiency. The incumbent will collaborate closely with regional commercial teams, demand planning, manufacturing, logistics, and finance teams to enable seamless product flow from India manufacturing facilities to global markets while ensuring high service levels and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Global Supply Chain Strategy Develop and implement global supply chain strategies that support Meril’s international business expansion and ensure efficient product availability across subsidiaries and distribution markets. International Inventory Management Monitor and optimize inventory levels across global subsidiaries and warehouses to balance product availability with working capital efficiency. Track secondary consumption and implantation trends to anticipate demand changes in international markets. Cross-Border Logistics Coordination Coordinate with logistics providers, freight forwarders, planning teams, and order management teams to ensure timely shipment of products from India to international subsidiaries and distributors. Global Demand Planning & Forecasting Collaborate with regional sales teams and demand planners to build accurate forecasts for different geographies and ensure supply chain readiness for market demand. Stakeholder Collaboration Act as a key interface between international subsidiaries, headquarters teams, and third-party logistics partners to ensure alignment in supply planning, inventory deployment, and distribution. Risk & Compliance Management Identify potential disruptions in international supply chains such as regulatory changes, logistics constraints, or geopolitical risks, and develop contingency plans to maintain continuity. Data Analytics & Performance Monitoring Use data analytics to monitor global supply chain performance, track KPIs (inventory turns, order fulfillment, service levels), and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Team Leadership Lead and mentor supply chain professionals and coordinate with global cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and collaborative problem-solving. Qualifications Education Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management NITIE, International Business or a related field. Professional certifications such as APICS, CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma will be an added advantage. Experience 10 - 15 years of experience in supply chain planning, global logistics, or international distribution operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management
• Professional certifications such as APICS, CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma

About the company

Meril is engaged in the medical devices industry, specifically focusing on optimizing global supply chain operations across its international subsidiaries.