Job Accountabilities (Duties and Responsibilities)

·      Lead and facilitate Supply and MRP reviews with stakeholders to achieve planning metrics such as DIFOT, Inventory, and Turnover.

·      Drive the development and implementation of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process across the organization.

·      Ensure adherence to agreed production plans and monitor supply fill rates while reporting deviations.

·      Release production plans to operations and prepare dispatch plans according to demand and production schedules.

·      Develop replenishment models based on market dynamics and supply constraints for efficient inventory management.

·      Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Marketing, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance to ensure seamless product delivery to the market.

·      Coordinate with outbound logistics to achieve timely delivery targets and maintain communication channels for effective execution.

·      Proactively drives goal attainment and enhances forecast accuracy through initiative, ensuring results-focused outcomes.

·      Maximizes commitments versus actuals, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) proactively, and contributes to optimizing requirements versus commitments, fostering efficient supply chain interactions.

Skills Required (Knowledge and Skills)

Functional:

·      Proficient in structured communication, capable of effectively presenting to individuals and groups of varying sizes.

·      Familiarity with advanced Excel and other forecasting tools, facilitating data analysis and informed decision-making.

Behavioural:

·      Strong decision-making skills, enabling the ability to resolve complex issues efficiently.

·      Effective negotiation abilities for successful collaboration and conflict resolution.

·      Excellent planning and organizing skills to manage tasks and resources effectively.

·      Capable of gathering, organizing, and assessing data to address complex problems methodically.

·      Self-motivated, highly adaptable, and adept at performing under pressure in a dynamic work environment.

Special skill:

·      Demonstrated expertise in demand planning within industries such as Solar, Electronics, Pharma, or similar make-to-order supply chain environments.

·      Up-to-date understanding of contemporary supply chain management methodologies and best practices.

·      Possession of APICS certification showcasing advanced proficiency in supply chain management principles.

·      Proficiency in SAP APO/SCM systems and experience in utilizing various process tools, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of global benchmarks.

Key Attributes

·      Proficiency in maximizing commitments versus actuals, ensuring alignment between projected and achieved outcomes.

·      Strong focus on analysing and optimizing overall requirements versus commitments, driving efficiency throughout the supply chain.

·      Skill in inventory optimization, contributing to shared key performance indicators (KPIs) for enhanced operational performance.

Experience

Total Experience: 7-10 years

Qualification

·      Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Science / Commerce

·      Desired Qualification: Master’s Degree in Operations Management / Logistics / Operations Research / Supply Chain / Materials Management