Description:

Who are we?

- Outsized is a high-growth, well-funded disruptor in the fast-evolving talent economy.

- We specialize in full-time contract roles (remote or onsite) ranging from 1 to 12 months.

- Our goal is to connect top independent professionals with exciting consulting and transformation projects at leading firms.

- As part of the Outsized community, talent get access to peer networks, expert sessions, and opportunities to upskill and collaborate on high-impact projects.

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- Direct messages or emails will not be considered as formal applications.

- Who are we looking for?

- We are looking for experienced Demand Planners / S&OP professionals from the FMCG industry to join our exclusive talent network for an upcoming Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) transformation project with a global consulting firm.

- The project involves supporting a leading consumer products company in overhauling its planning processes to improve customer fill rates, inventory optimization, and forecast accuracy across its value chain.

- This engagement forms part of a broader operations excellence and digital transformation effort, including the implementation of advanced planning tools such as Kinaxis.

- This is a great opportunity for professionals with strong demand/supply planning, S&OP, and analytics experience who enjoy working in dynamic, data-driven, and cross-functional environments.

Role & Responsibilities:

- Support the consulting team in analyzing current planning processes and identifying key improvement levers across demand, supply, and inventory planning.

- Design and implement enhanced S&OP processes, driving measurable improvements in customer service levels and inventory management.

- Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure alignment on planning objectives and execution.

- Use analytical tools and methodologies to improve forecasting accuracy and enable data-driven decision-making.

- Partner with client and technology teams during the implementation of digital planning tools (Kinaxis or similar), supporting configuration, testing, and go-live activities.

- Participate in project management routines including progress reviews, performance reporting, and issue resolution.

Skills & Qualifications:

- 5-12 years of experience in S&OP, demand/supply planning, or supply chain transformation, ideally within the FMCG sector.

- Experience with planning tools (Kinaxis, SAP IBP, o9, Anaplan, etc.) is highly preferred.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

- Prior experience working with top-tier consulting firms or in client-facing transformation programs preferred.

- MBA from a reputed institute with a focus on Supply Chain, Operations, or Strategy.

Other Details:

- Project Duration: Minimum 12 months (extendable).

- Engagement Type: Full-time, on-site consultant.

- Base Location: Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru (travel may be required).