Sr. Manager - Internal Audit (Animal Feed & Poultry Operations)

JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Senior Manager • Internal Audit (Animal Feed & Poultry Operations) Department: Internal Audit Location: SKM Animal Feeds & Foods (India) Pvt. Ltd. Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer / Managing Director Position Summary The Senior Manager • Internal Audit will lead and manage the Company's Internal Audit function across all business verticals, including Animal Feed Manufacturing, Hatcheries, Breeder Farms, Broiler Farms, Layer Farms, Chicken Processing Plants, Rendering Plants, Commercial Operations, Warehousing, Logistics, Procurement, Finance, Sales, and Corporate Functions. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive risk-based internal audit program, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring operational excellence, strengthening governance, preventing fraud, safeguarding Company assets, and driving continuous process improvements across the organization. This role requires a highly experienced audit professional with extensive exposure to the Animal Feed and Poultry Industry, strong leadership capabilities, excellent commercial acumen, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary audit teams across multiple business locations. Key Responsibilities 1. Internal Audit Leadership Lead and manage the Internal Audit Department across all business units. Develop the Annual Risk-Based Internal Audit Plan based on business risks and strategic priorities. Establish audit policies, methodologies, checklists, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Allocate audit assignments, supervise audit teams, review audit quality, and ensure timely completion of all audit engagements. Build a high-performance audit culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous capability development. Ensure independence, integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics across the audit function. 2. Operational Audits Plan, supervise, and review audits covering: Animal Feed Manufacturing PlantsPremix & Feed Ingredient OperationsHatcheriesBreeder FarmsBroiler FarmsLayer FarmsContract Farming OperationsChicken Processing PlantsRendering PlantsWarehouses & Distribution CentresLogistics & Fleet OperationsProcurement & Supply ChainCommercial & Sales OperationsCorporate Office FunctionsHR, Payroll & AdministrationEngineering & MaintenanceEvaluate operational efficiency, productivity, process compliance, resource utilization, cost controls, and adherence to approved SOPs. 3. Feed Mill & Manufacturing Audit 4. Poultry Operations Audit 5. Chicken Processing & Value-Added Operations Audit 6. Financial & Commercial Audit 7. Risk Management & Internal Controls 8. Fraud Prevention & Investigation 9. ERP & Digital Audit Audit ERP transactions and master data controls. Review system access controls and authorization matrices. Utilize data analytics to identify unusual transactions and emerging risks. Recommend automation opportunities to strengthen financial and operational controls. 10. Reporting & Management Communication Review and approve audit reports prepared by the audit team. Present audit findings, root cause analysis, risk ratings, and recommendations to senior management. Submit periodic reports to the CFO & Managing DirectorTrack closure of audit observations and report unresolved high-risk issues. 11. Team Leadership & People Development 12. Strategic Responsibilities Advise senior management on governance, internal controls, operational risks, and process improvements. Participate in business expansion projects, acquisitions, new plant commissioning, ERP implementation, and major strategic initiatives from an audit and risk perspective. Benchmark internal controls and audit practices against leading manufacturing and poultry organizations. Drive continuous improvement in audit effectiveness through technology, analytics, and modern audit practices. Educational Qualification Chartered Accountant (CA) / CMA (ICWA) – Preferred.MBA (Finance), M. Com, or equivalent qualification with extensive Internal Audit experience in the Animal Feed & Poultry Industry. Experience 12–18 years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, Finance, Operations Audit, or Risk Management. Minimum 7 years leading audit teams in a large Animal Feed, Poultry, Food Processing, or Integrated Agribusiness organization. Mandatory exposure to Feed Mills, Hatcheries, Breeder Farms, Broiler Farms, Chicken Processing Plants, Warehousing, Procurement, Logistics, and Manufacturing Operations. Experience in leading multi-location audits and managing audit teams is essential. Technical Competencies Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)Internal Audit LeadershipOperational & Process AuditsAnimal Feed Manufacturing AuditsPoultry Operations AuditsHatchery, Breeder, Broiler & Layer Farm AuditsChicken Processing Plant AuditsInventory & Warehouse AuditsCost & Management AuditsFinancial & Commercial AuditsFraud Risk Management & InvestigationsInternal Financial Controls (IFC)Corporate GovernanceERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent)Data Analytics & Audit AutomationGST, Income Tax & Statutory ComplianceReport Writing & Presentation SkillsNote : Preference will be given Resident at Erode Pay: ₹75,000.00 per month Work Location: In person