Manager - Supply Chain Planning

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead monthly planning reviews with customer centers, align demand requirements, and confirm production commitments.

- Track monthly ordering flows and communicate forecasts to suppliers through digital planning platforms.

- Analyze forecast variances, assess supplier capacity and flexibility (short- and mid-term), and negotiate delivery commitments.

- Monitor supplier performance against defined KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including Planning, Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Logistics partners to ensure timely material availability.

- Optimize transportation routes, manage inventory levels, and ensure lean, standardized, and well-documented planning processes.

- Map and document end-to-end planning processes using process flow tools and maintain knowledge repositories.

- Manage New Product Development (NPD) and Discontinuation (DN) processes to ensure smooth phase-in and phase-out of materials.

- Support and oversee supply chain-related project management activities.

Required Experience:

- 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning / Demand Planning / Procurement / Operations Planning

- Strong exposure to supplier coordination, capacity planning, and performance management

- Experience working in structured, process-driven supply chain environments

Required Skills & Tools:

- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP)

- Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and planning/forecasting tools

- Familiarity with MES, supplier collaboration tools, or planning platforms is an advantage

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Educational Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

- Master's degree in Materials Management / Operations / Supply Chain will be an added advantage

Desired Competencies:

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

- High ability to collaborate across teams and functions

- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

- Strong business ethics and adherence to professional standards