Group Manager Demand Planner COE

Role Overview: Apollo Tyres Ltd is a leading global tyre manufacturer committed to delivering high-quality products to customers. The Demand Planning Center of Excellence (COE) Lead will drive best-in-class demand planning practices across global operations. You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate demand forecasting and inventory optimization. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement a comprehensive Demand Planning COE strategy aligned with global supply chain objectives. - Lead the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of demand planning processes, systems, and tools. Provide subject matter expertise and training to regional teams. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals, including connecting with Global Planning Digitalization role and other geographies/functions. - Partner with transformation initiative leaders to ensure process and technology integration. - Lead scenario planning, demand sensing, and predictive analytics initiatives to enhance forecast accuracy. - Act as the custodian for advanced planning solutions and ensure successful adoption of digital and AI-based demand planning tools. - Provide leadership and mentorship to demand planners across regions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. - Manage cross-functional projects related to demand planning improvements, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. - O9/Blue Yonder understanding will be a plus. Qualification Required: - 7+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or related roles within a global manufacturing environment. - Strong understanding of demand planning processes, statistical modeling, and forecasting techniques. - Experience with demand planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, o9 Solutions, or similar) and data visualization tools. - Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. - Proven track record of driving business performance by implementing advanced technology and analytics. - Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills. - Ability to influence in a highly matrixed organization without direct authority, taking ownership and driving results. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain working relationships across multiple functions and cultures. - Strategic acumen to develop approaches addressing short, medium-, and long-term business objectives. Note: No additional details of the company are present in the job description.,