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Are you ready to join a team that is driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards Discover how the diverse and passionate people at Castrol are crafting the industry and how you can be part of this journey. Castrol, a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, is seeking talented experts who share a passion for innovation and excellence. Bring your unique perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to lead the way in the lubricants market and build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization. Castrol India, a publicly listed company leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors, is looking for a Demand & Distribution Planning Manager based in Mumbai. As the Demand & Distribution Planning Manager, you will lead and manage the Demand Planning and Fulfillment and Distribution Planning of Finished Goods for all businesses and sourcing locations across the country. You will be the key interface for GSC with the Sales team across all businesses. **Roles & Responsibilities:** - Lead the S&OP process for Castrol to ensure the right balancing of demand and supply and meet operational KPIs. - Lead the demand planning process for Castrol India involving all stakeholders as appropriate. - Coordinate with various stakeholders to improve customer satisfaction on stock availability according to agreed SLA. - Review the use of the right systems/tools for operations, upgrading, training, reporting, and measurement. - Supervise and control inventory coverage to ensure inventory working capital and efficiency. - Drive activities to eliminate identified SLOB inventory and complete re-work/write-off proposals. - Lead and drive Back Order fulfillment with sales operational teams. - Own the team member development plan and talent pipeline. **Experience and Qualifications:** - University Graduate in Business Administration, Statistics, or equivalent with substantial experience in Lubes, FMCG, or the chemical industry. - Post Graduate in Supply Chain Management would be an added advantage. - Minimum 8 years of supply chain operational leadership experience. - In-depth understanding of demand/supply planning processes/systems. - Proficiency in English. **Skills & Proficiencies:** - Strong leadership skills with a wide range of interpersonal skills applicable in different situations. - Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. **Internal Collaboration:** - Sales and marketing Team, Performance Unit Leadership Team, Supply Chain Leadership Team **Travel Requirement:** - Negligible travel should be expected with this role **Relocation Assistance:** - This role is eligible for relocation within the country **Remote Type:** - This position is not available for remote working If you are selected for this position, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy, which may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.,
