Associate Manager - Contract Manufacturing / 3P Operations

The position of Associate Manager in Contract Manufacturing and 3P Operations involves ensuring the timely delivery of products from third-party copackers, as well as overseeing New Product Development (NPD) projects for new product launches and continuous supply according to planned timelines and cost requirements. Your responsibilities will include performance assessment and communication with 3P units, coordination with internal and external stakeholders for smooth execution of supplies, quality control of finished products, and compliance with safety, health, hygiene, and food safety standards at the handled units. You will also be involved in vendor selection, supply agreements, cost negotiations, workforce training, and driving company initiatives at 3P sites. Regularly scanning the environment for new potential sites and coordinating with various internal teams such as Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commercial/Finance, Quality, and R&D will be crucial for success in this role. Strategically, you will monitor and review operations at 3P sites to ensure process adherence, identify suitable 3P partners, drive cost-saving initiatives, and manage vendor relationships effectively. Operationally, you will be responsible for production schedule adherence, standardization of products and processes, quality compliance, inventory management, cost analysis, SAP discipline, and performance analysis through management information reports. Supporting Sales & Marketing in consumer promotions and new product launches will also be part of your responsibilities. Preferred skills for this role include business knowledge in FMCG industry manufacturing and supply chain processes, commercial acumen, decision-making abilities, networking skills, self-motivation, excellence-driven focus, interpersonal and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate should hold a B. Tech. /PGDM degree with 4-7 years of relevant experience. This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workforce to effectively operate in various business environments.,