Executive - Inventory Planning

Job Description You will lead Demand Management and Inventory Management under the supply chain function for the country in a matrix & cross-functional environment. Your key responsibilities will include: - Taking complete responsibility for Inventory Management of the Country - Coordinating with sales and marketing for demand visibility, getting the F/C, and aligning the Inventory accordingly - Responsible for Inventory optimization between the 2 sites (GGN and BNG) and ensuring liquidation before placing a fresh order - Having complete control over the finished goods inventory and working closely with CS and BDM for liquidation with timely follow-up actions to avoid obsolescence - Responsible for Inventory target of the company and working towards lean Inventory management with the help of ELS - Coordinating with purchase and providing forecasts for the upstream supply chain for better visibility of future demand - Daily ordering of Raw material based on consumption pattern after necessary discussion - Attending the daily MDI for PPC and Purchase function and taking necessary actions - Providing faster and quicker responses to emails for better visibility of stocks - Compiling the F/C V/S actual and discussing with sales to align the inventory - Planning AF, BF, and CF category items better and ensuring no stock out for fast movers without affecting the Inventory target - Focusing on AR, BR, CR category items and ensuring no inventory pile-up in these areas - Inventory and Demand planning related MIS report - Inventory Data Management (ABC FMR, SS, and ROL) - Driving efficiency in Inventory Management for better OTA (On-time availability of stocks) - Establishing Sales and Operation Planning process for Demand and Supply Balancing - Controlling Inventory and maintaining Inventory Target set by the Management Qualifications To be considered for this role, you should have: - A detailed understanding of Inventory Management/Materials Management - BE in Engineering - MBA/Degree in materials management - 2 to 3 years of experience in managing Inventory Management and Demand Management - Experience working in a manufacturing Industry - Preferably, a background in an MNC - Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, internally and externally - Solid knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - Exposure to ERP such as Oracle is a must - Sound understanding of continuous improvement programs (Kaizen, Six Sigma, etc.) - Only from the Manufacturing Industry,