Demand & Supply Planning Manager

The Sr. Manager/Manager - Demand & Supply Planning is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts and balancing supply capabilities to ensure optimal inventory, customer service levels, and efficient production planning. This role integrates business insights, sales forecasts, and operational constraints to deliver a synchronized Sales, Inventory, and Operations Plan (SnOP) for the FMCG product portfolio.

Role & responsibilities

Demand Planning

• Quarterly, Monthly and weekly demand planning cycle in alignment with sales, marketing, and customer service teams.
• Analyze historical data, order patterns, and market intelligence to create an accurate demand forecast.

Supply Planning :

• Translate demand forecasts into feasible supply plans.

Balance manufacturing capacity, material availability, and logistics constraints and work with Production Planning teams.

SnOP / IBP Process:

• Facilitate periodic SnOP reviews with Sales, Marketing, and supply teams.
• Align demand, inventory, and capacity plans with strategic business objectives.

Performance & Process Improvement:

• Track and report key planning KPIs (Forecast Accuracy, OTIF, Inventory Turns, Slow-Moving Stock).
• Drive cross-functional projects to reduce lead times and improve plan adherence.
• Develop and coach team members in analytical and collaborative planning skills.

Preferred candidate profile:

7-15 years of experience in Demand and Supply Planning preferably within the FMCG or CPG, pharma industry.

Proven track record in implementing SnOP/IBP processes.

Strong exposure to SAP (MM, PP, APO, IBP) or equivalent advanced planning systems.

Experience in handling multi-location manufacturing, project-based orders, and distribution forecasting.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,600,000.00 - ₹2,800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person