Position Title Sr Analyst – Materials Management Function/Group Logistics Location Mumbai Shift Timing 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM Role Reports to Assistant Manager – Materials Management Remote/Hybrid/in-Office Hybrid: Currently 2 days in a week but need to adhere if it changes in future. Over and above days defined in hybrid, need to be in office for additional days as per business requirements About General Mills We make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Häagen-Dazs, we’ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell. How we make our food is as important as the food we make. Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate us into the future as an innovative force for good. General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi. That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good. For more details check out http://www.generalmills.com General Mills India Center (GIC) is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value, service excellence and growth, while standing for good for our planet and people. With our team of 1800+ professionals, we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain (SC) , Digital & Technology (D&T) Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ), Consumer and Market Intelligence (CMI), Sales Strategy & Intelligence (SSI) , Global Shared Services (GSS) , Finance Shared Services (FSS) and Human Resources Shared Services (HRSS).For more details check out https://www.generalmills.co.in We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow. Job Overview Function Overview The GIC Supply Chain team manages end-to-end operations, encompassing planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and analytics. They strategically plan to meet market demands, optimize sourcing, ensure efficient production, and oversee the seamless movement of goods from production to delivery. The team employs advanced analytics throughout these processes, fostering adaptability and operational excellence. This collaborative approach ensures a well-coordinated supply chain that aligns with both organizational goals and dynamic market conditions. Link Purpose of the role A sound professional with supply chain expertise, mathematical skills, ability to manage data, who can analyze and develop solutions for inbound supply chain with the goal of improving the efficiency and effectiveness in this area. The incumbent is expected to work in the capacity of an individual contributor in a challenging business environment. This virtual team caters to 30+ plants and several business teams / groups in the US. Key Accountabilities Raw Material Network Planning (70% of the time) · Identify replenishment process gaps, communicate to required business partners, and acquire information needed to eliminate gaps in material replenishment performance. · This individual would be expected to drive the development and execution of ordering strategies for raw materials across one specific Business units. · Manage inbound and outbound planning for raw materials through warehouse. Manage the age process for raw materials. Ensure all the operational challenges are resolved. · Collaborate with Sourcing buyers and brand planners to develop and implement order target quantity and get alignment from Sourcing and operating units. · Develop target quantities for raw materials and track the order quantities against the target quantity. · Provide RMWO risk assessment and recommendations to reduce write offs for specific operating units. · Manage and execute packaging transition, vendor transition, new product launch projects on a timely manner. · Develop RM tie out plans for packaging projects proactively and communicate the risk and mitigation plans to the operating units. · Work with Supply planners on production plans and call out risk from raw material standpoint. · Develop success metrics to track the benefits derived out of implementing Ordering strategies. · Utilize custom and ad hoc reporting functionality to report actual versus target material inventory levels; ensure process adherence and perform root cause gap analysis. · Resolve Vendor queries related to RM forecast, order consolidation, order changes, short lead orders. · Lead weekly/monthly calls with Suppliers on operational metrics. · Active participation in Brand execution meetings and provide decision making information to mitigate risk. · Business Results (10% of the Time) · Maintain optimum inventory levels & Safety stocks for all materials, to achieve optimal inventory target and maintain seamless service to the plants. · Identify new cost saving opportunities within inbound logistics network for a specific business unit. Continue Professional Career Development (10% of Time) · Participate in formal Logistics training. · Participate in Supply Chain Competencies Training · Develop Goals and Objectives for the Fiscal Year Organizational Effectiveness (10% of Time) · Mentor new team members. · Support junior team members in meetings with stakeholders. · Develop soft skills: Written & Verbal communication, Presentation & Interpersonal Effectiveness · Participate and lead in knowledge sharing sessions. · Lead any team initiatives that you may be asked to · Participate in Corporate Social Responsibility activities. · Identify collaboration opportunities within the sub team and team. · Impart functional / domain training to other team members and new members. Minimum Qualifications Full Time graduation from an accredited university (Mandatory). 2-3 years of related experience. SAP-ERP: R/3, Experience in SAP PP, MM or SCM module. Strong analytic ability to translate data into actionable information. Strong understanding of Supply Chain and inventory management concepts and tools Strong Excel skills (ie skilled at pivot table, charts, and graph creation) Ability to develop and build rapport at all levels within the organization. Ability to execute, multi-task, and deliver on commitments. Continuous improvement mindset Proactive and solution-oriented approach Critical thinking ability to understand granularity of the situation / problem. Self-management and time management skills. Effective communication (verbal & written) and presentation skills; ability to keep relevant stakeholders updated on progress to resolution. Working across the organization to collaborate, building relationships with internal & external plant planners, coaching on process use, navigating functions to get results. Workplace and Leadership competencies Accountability and responsibility Technical Leadership Leads Innovation Teamwork Customer focus (internal & external) Deliver Outstanding results. Academic competencies Supply chain fundamentals. Reading and writing for comprehension Foundations of business management Process leadership Personal effectiveness competencies Integrity Continuous learning Effective communication People skills Creativity Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree 4+ years of related experience Major Area of Study in Operations / Supply Chain Professional Certifications in APICS – CSCP, Six Sigma