Assistant General Manager Commercial

Position: AGM Commercial

Department: Commercial / Plant Operations
Industry: Cement ManufacturingLocation: MeghalayaExperience: 20+ years (mandatory experience in cement manufacturing units)Reporting: Directly to Unit Head and indirectly to Corporate Office

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Ensure accurate tracking of all stock levels raw materials, spares, and consumables.
• Implement and monitor effective inventory control systems (min-max, FIFO, reorder levels).
• Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation with ERP records.
• Analyze and control inventory carrying costs and reduce non-moving/obsolete inventory.

Stock Movement Inward & Outward

• Oversee all inward and outward material movement and ensure timely recording.
• Verify and approve Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs) and dispatch documentation.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for all stock transactions.
• Coordinate with departments for material issuance and returns.

Raw Material Handling

• Supervise the unloading, storage, and distribution of raw materials like limestone, coal, fly ash, gypsum, etc.
• Ensure proper stacking, safety measures, and material quality checks.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams for planning material requirements.
• Monitor material consumption trends and optimize supply chain efficiency.

Store Department Operations

• Lead the store team in maintaining orderliness, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Ensure proper tagging, location-based storage, and material traceability.
• Establish SOPs for receiving, issuing, and returning materials.
• Ensure compliance with safety and audit requirements in stores.

Reporting & Compliance

• Generate MIS reports for inventory, stock movement, raw material availability, etc.
• Ensure compliance with internal audit, statutory, and company policy guidelines.
• Work closely with finance, procurement, and production for seamless commercial integration.

Team Management

• Lead and develop a team of storekeepers, inventory controllers, and support staff.
• Provide training and guidance on commercial systems and ERP (SAP/Oracle).

Monitor team KPIs and promote a culture of accuracy and accountability.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 20 years of experience in commercial operations within cement manufacturing plants.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, store procedures, and raw material logistics.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Sound knowledge of cement raw material characteristics and handling methods.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Educational Qualifications

• Graduate in Engineering / Commerce / Science
• MBA / PGDM in Materials Management / Supply Chain (preferred)