Manager - Demand & Supply Planning

Key Responsibilities:

Demand Planning:

- Analyze historical sales data to build accurate statistical forecasts.

- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Finance to develop consensus demand plans.

- Maintain and utilize demand planning tools as the primary forecasting system.

Supply & Inventory Planning:

- Translate demand forecasts into executable supply and production plans.

- Monitor raw material availability and coordinate with purchase function for timely supply.

- Optimize inventory levels to balance customer service, cost, and working capital.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Lead the monthly S&OP process, aligning commercial and supply chain teams.

- Communicate demand-supply gaps, risks, and action plans to stakeholders.

- Support inventory strategies for new launches, ongoing SKUs, and product phase-outs.

Performance & Risk Management:

- Track and analyze supply chain KPIs to ensure efficiency and service levels.

- Identify risks in supply-demand alignment and implement mitigation plans.

- Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and tools.

Qualifications & Experience:

- BTech / BE and Postgraduate in Supply Chain (full time or part time)

- Minimum 5 years' experience in demand and supply planning in a reputed organization.

- Strong knowledge of S&OP, forecasting tools, and inventory optimization.

- Exposure to D2C sales models will be an added advantage.

- Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.