What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager position at ingredion?
About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. LOCATION : Mumbai REPORTS TO : Supply Chain Director, APAC DIRECT REPORTS : 10 WORKPLACE TYPE : Hybrid We’re looking for a hands-on supply chain leader to drive performance and transformation across our India business. This role owns end-to-end supply chain operations—from demand planning and S&OP to logistics, warehousing, and trade compliance. You’ll play a critical role in scaling the business, improving service levels, and building a best-in-class supply chain that supports strong growth. What You’ll Do: Lead End-to-End Supply Chain Own S&OP, demand planning, production planning, and inventory management Deliver high service levels while optimizing working capital and cost Drive Supply Chain Transformation Lead system integration (SAP, Blue Yonder) across India operations Build a more mature S&OP process with longer-term planning and financial alignment Scale supply chain capabilities to support significant business growth Improve Performance & Efficiency Improve forecast accuracy and reduce bias Optimize production planning, capacity utilization, and plan adherence Strengthen inventory health and reduce slow-moving or obsolete stock Drive high service levels (on-time, in-full delivery) Logistics & Operations Excellence Manage warehouse operations across internal and 3PL networks Optimize transportation, routes, and carrier performance Drive cost productivity and reduce claims, damages, and inefficiencies Trade & Compliance Oversee import/export operations across multiple countries Ensure full compliance with customs regulations and trade requirements Minimize delays, costs, and risks in cross-border logistics Leadership & Collaboration Lead, coach, and develop a growing team of 10 Partner closely with Sales, Quality, Regulatory, and global supply chain teams Build a strong performance culture with clear accountability What We’re Looking For Experienced supply chain leader Strong expertise in S&OP, demand planning, and inventory optimization Experience with systems like SAP and Blue Yonder (or similar planning tools) Strong data and analytical skills (advanced Excel required) Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or similar environments Proven people leader with experience building and scaling teams Ability to work across cultures and functions Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to handle ambiguity Proven experience leading supply chain transformation and scaling operations Desirable skills: Solid understanding of logistics, warehousing, and transportation operations Knowledge of import/export processes and trade compliance Experience managing exports across multiple countries and complex logistics networks Why Join Us Lead a high-impact transformation role in a growing business Build and scale supply chain capabilities across India and exports Work with regional and global teams in a dynamic environment Opportunity to shape long-term strategy and operational excellence Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey. Relocation Available: No Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working. Don’t see the dream job you are looking for? Share your contact information and CV/Resume to join our Talent Community! Want to receive new opportunities directly? Simply set up a Job Alert by signing-in and creating an account. 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