Supply Chain Manager
In charge of every stage of an organisation's supply chain, from purchasing raw materials to production and storage.
Overview
A Supply Chain Manager is a professional who is in charge of every stage of an organization's supply chain, from purchasing raw materials to production. They are required to ensure the right amount of product is made at the right time, as well as coordinate the storage of the product with their team members.
Where they work
- Production units
- Private and public production companies
- E-commerce companies
- Courier companies
- Cottage based industries
- Shipping companies
- Military and so on
Work environment
The work timings are typically 5 to 6 days a week for 8 to 9 hours per day. Shift system is applicable.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to keep your things organised
- You pay attention to details while working
- You are comfortable communicating with others
- You like to lead
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in any stream (preferably commerce).
- 2Complete a Bachelor's degree (BBA/BBM) in Business Administration/Business Management.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete a Bachelor's degree and follow it up with a Master's (MBA) in the same discipline.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Management. This list of institutes is indicative only. Please check if a private institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying.
Government institutes
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College, New Delhi
- University of Jammu, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
- Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat
- Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak, Haryana
- Doon University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- Department of Management Sciences, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra
- Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- Raisoni Group of Institutions, Nagpur, Maharashtra
- Sunrise University, Alwar, Rajasthan
- Army Institute of Management and Technology, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Sharnbasva University, Gulbarga, Karnataka
- Arcade Business College, Patna, Bihar
- Oxbridge Business School, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Jyoti Nivas College, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- National Institute of Business Excellence, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Distance learning
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Supply Chain Management Trainee
- 2Supply Chain Manager
- 3Operations Head
- 4Logistics Head
Expected income
₹25,250 – ₹1,67,000 per month
These figures are indicative and subject to change.
SourceRelated careers to explore
Logistics Manager
Coordinates the storage, transportation and delivery of finished goods so that stock is maintained and moves efficiently.
Operations Manager
Makes an organisation run as efficiently as possible — deciding how to source raw material and what to produce at what cost, while maintaining quality.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Commerce, Any Stream.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to leading.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Monika Mittal — Described in the source as an Indian Supply Chain Manager associated with YUM! Brands. She completed a Bachelor's degree in applied science (B.A.Sc) in Food Science and Technology, after which she received her Master's degree in Packaging Science from the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP). She is enthusiastic about supply chain, food technology and packaging.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 745 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Supply_Chain_Manager/Salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The card lists University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun under government institutes; UPES is a private university, so it is shown under private institutes here.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.