MBRDI at a Glance: Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) is the largest research and development center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Started in 1996, the Bengaluru headquartered organization plays a prominent role in the development of new technologies like connected, autonomous, shared, and electric in the mobility world.Position Name: Senior Program ManagerExperience Range: 12-15 yrsLocation: BangaloreType of Work: Supply chain Planning-Worldwide transportation ,Outbound logistics , Digitalization Areas of Work: Supply Chain and logistics Planning & Operations and Automation Specific Knowledge (Skill / Languages etc.): Working experience in Automotive OEM, FMCG , SC consulting in the field of Supply Chain & Logistics and Data platforms , Data Analytics Additional experience in Digitization Projects in the field of IIOT, Data Models, AI/ML etc.Exposure to Project Management methods Leadership skills End to end Supply chain and logistics knowledge Strong team building experience and networking skills Good communication and presentation skillsPeople management skill – Goal setting , Performance review Recruitment experience Innovation and efficiency project experience Manpower planning, development, allocation and deploymentKeep the employee commitment level high and increase retentionSafeguard the critical resources and informationEnglish, German or International Experience/Strong InterestRoles and Responsibilities: Developing Strategy and Business in alignment with customers- Supply chain Planning - Outbound &Transportation logistics and Data Platforms for MB Plants and Warehouses.Acquiring project in line with MO strategy.People and Process Management-Be responsible for driving leadership and leading big team.Enable on time delivery and quality of projects along with value additions. Identify new areas to vertically and horizontally expand scope of work.Develop innovation and digital avenues and platforms for SC. Provide new ideas and technologies to create digital hub in India.Lead and develop Outbound planning portfolio in MBRDI – Transportation Planning Lead the projects and coordinate with stakeholders Developing Business in own area of responsibility in alignment Executing International CKD planning projects Outbound logistics transportation planning and optimizationProvide technical support on developing the outbound logistics competency in MBRDIDevelopment of innovative strategies and digital projects across SC planning processDevelop the Green logistics initiatives for SCDevelop Digital supply chain and Analytics ProjectsLead Data Product and Data Platform, AI/ML, Data cloud for MO360 DPProject like transportation quality, Track & Trace, OBL dashboard etc.Execution of all project and develop team for future business portfolioContinuous improvement targetSetting up control center and offshore operationsEducation: Masters in Supply chain & Operations, Mechanical engineering or equivalent