Head – Manufacturing & SupplyChain

About Absolute:

Absolute® is a pathbreaking bioscience company leveraging the best of nature, science & exponential innovations to Build a Better Future – For People, For Planet. At the intersection of plant biology, microbiology, omics, epigenetics & AI, the company has been developing one of the world’s first and largest Nature Intelligence Platforms, which constitutes one of the world’s largest microbial, secondary metabolite, signaling molecules and other advanced biocontrol and stimulating agent libraries, all which power Absolute’s Ag cloud platform & Global Trade Platform.Founded in 2015, Absolute®️ currently operates in over 16 countries. Backed by Sequoia, Tiger Global, and Alpha Wave, Absolute’s angels include Nadir Godrej- MD of Godrej Industries, Kamal Aggarwal- Promoter of Haldiram, and Kunal Shah-founder of CRED, among others.

About INERA:

INERA stands at the forefront of innovation in the agricultural inputs’ biological domain. We are a driving force for change in the agriculture industry. At INERA, we take pride in developing agricultural biologicals that redefine the standards. What truly sets INERA apart is our unwavering commitment to regenerative agriculture. Our bio-abled farm inputs help maintain the delicate natural cycles that underpin biological activity in the soil. Join us in the journey towards a greener, more sustainable agriculture, where innovation meets nature’s wisdom.

Job Description:

We are currently looking for Head – Manufacturing & SupplyChain INERA. In this role you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the overall operations of the manufacturing plant. This includes ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining product quality standards, optimizing resources, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Building strong collaboration with suppliers to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of raw materials.
• Implement and manage SCM strategies to optimize inventory levels and reduce lead times.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the factory to ensure timely production and delivery of products.
• Monitoring production costs and implementing strategies to reduce waste and improve cost efficiency.
• Manage the factory budget and track financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee fermentation processes, ensuring optimal conditions for product quality and consistency.
• Manage the setup, monitoring, and maintenance of fermentation equipment and systems
• To address and resolve any issues related to fermentation and product yields.
• Oversee the clearing and forwarding operations to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products.
• To manage relationships with C&F agents and logistics partners to optimize shipping, customs clearance, and distribution processes.
• To ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to import/export and logistics

Why would you love this role?

• Opportunity to work with the best strategic and research minds across the world.
• Be an architect with a strong business outcome focus. Collaboration across the board – with diverse teams through ideation, formulation, and deployment.
• Immense opportunities for growth
• Be a part of a team that is focused on creating a strong impact and making this world a “better” place

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment/ Consumer Goods with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in managing large teams and complex operations.
• Proven track record in improving factory performance, SCM, and fermentation processes.
• Extensive experience in supply chain management and fermentation processes within a manufacturing environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to addressing operational challenges.
• In-depth knowledge of fermentation technologies and SCM best practices, with a hands-on approach to managing and optimizing these processes.