Vegrow - Manager - Sales Planning & Operations

Job Summary: The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing robust sales and operations plans that align with organizational objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across sales, operations, and other key departments

Roles and Responsibilities:

Integrated Planning:

- Develop, implement, and manage the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align sales forecasts, production plans, and inventory strategies.

- Work closely with Demand, Category, and Operations teams to ensure synchronization of demand and supply.

Forecasting and Demand Planning:

- Collaborate with demand and category teams to analyze market trends and customer demand, contributing to accurate sales forecasts.

- Utilize forecasting tools and methodologies to optimize the inventory pipeline and ensure product availability.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Foster strong communication and collaboration between sales, operations, finance, and other relevant departments.

- Act as a liaison to facilitate the flow of information and ensure alignment of business goals.

Performance Analysis:

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sales and operations planning.

- Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

- Proactively identify process improvements and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the S&OP process.

- Stay informed about industry trends and best-in-class S&OP practices.

Required Qualifications

- 4-5 years of relevant experience in relevant roles ( Sales, Planning, Operations, etc )

- Graduate/ Post Graduate with 5-8 years of experience and 3-5 years of experience respectively

- Has led Cross-functional projects/ teams

- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization

- Experience building processes, project management, and schedule