Central Demand Planner Aditya Birla Insulators

8.0 - 12.0 years

3 - 6 Lacs

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

On-site

Key Responsibilities: Demand Planning Process Development Develop and maintain standardized demand planning processes and policies aligned with business needs Continuously improve planning workflows and integrate best practices for scalable operations Forecasting and Tool Management Identify, implement, and manage suitable demand planning tools for automated statistical forecasting Ensure seamless integration and maintenance of AI/ML-based models with planning systems Automate manual forecasting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency Consensus Planning Design and implement a structured consensus demand planning process Collaborate with the sales team to gather qualitative input to enhance forecast accuracy Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with supply planning, marketing, zonal planners, and other stakeholders to align forecasts with business goals Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy through alignment of internal and external insights AI/ML Forecasting Model Collaboration Collaborate with statistical forecast analysts to build, test, and refine AI/ML models Leverage advanced analytics for demand sensing and short-term forecasting enhancements

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Supply Chain - Demand Planning, Material Master and MIS JSW Paints

3.0 - 7.0 years

0 Lacs

maharashtra

On-site

As the Demand Planning Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the demand forecasting, material master data management, and MIS reporting functions to ensure precise demand planning and inventory optimization within our retail supply chain. In this role, you will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, supply, and distribution teams to enhance forecast accuracy, maintain SKU data integrity, and facilitate the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Additionally, you will be in charge of leading and nurturing a small team to bolster supply chain excellence in a dynamic and rapidly growing paint industry environment. Your primary responsibilities will include leading the demand planning process by analyzing historical sales trends and sales drivers to generate reliable demand forecasts in a dynamic market setting. You will take ownership of enhancing forecast accuracy KPIs and spearhead consensus-building meetings with cross-functional stakeholders. Furthermore, you will play a crucial role in reviewing and influencing location-level SKU sales plans to ensure alignment with market realities, engaging proactively with Sales and Marketing teams to synchronize demand plans, and driving the S&OP and consensus planning processes to solidify firm demand numbers for improved supply chain responsiveness. Moreover, you will be actively involved in the New Product Introduction (NPI) processes from the supply chain management perspective, oversee and maintain Material Master data in SAP to ensure SKU creation and master data accuracy, and act as the primary point of contact for all demand change approvals while managing exceptions through root cause analysis on demand pattern changes. Your collaboration with Sales and Marketing teams to comprehend market demand fluctuations and adjust plans accordingly will be vital, along with representing the SCM function in cross-functional projects aimed at process enhancement and operational excellence. You will also be responsible for developing and sharing SCM dashboards and reports using Power BI to analyze data trends and support continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, you will prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports and budgets to ensure timely and accurate data presentation. As a leader, you will mentor and develop your team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning. To excel in this role, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, with an MBA or equivalent qualification being advantageous. You should have at least 3 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or related roles, preferably in the FMCG or paint industry. Your skill set should include strong analytical capabilities, advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Power BI, and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems. Effective communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and process improvement skills are essential, along with familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning and SKU rationalization techniques. Key Competencies/ Skills: - Good written and verbal communication - Experience working in the Paint or FMCG retail supply chain domain - Familiarity with demand sensing and demand shaping concepts - Ability to manage ambiguity and lead change initiatives - Working with extra-large data sets,

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