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Manager Demand Planning

3 - 5 years

5 - 7 Lacs

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Responsibilities Job Overview: Key accountabilities of the role include: Forecasting Accuracy: Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts by incorporating inputs from regional product launches,pricing strategies, and innovation plans. Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): Support the S&OP process by providing detailed demand insights and collaborating with key stakeholders to align on sales targets and inventory levels. Market Analysis: Analyze market trends and sales data to identify patterns and adjust forecasts accordingly, ensuring responsiveness to market changes. Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with category teams, unit managers, and key account managers to gather insights and ensure alignment on demand planning strategies. KPI Tracking and Reporting: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, ABC segmentation, and channel-level performance, and conduct root cause analysis for any deviations. Process Improvement: Continuously improve demand planning processes and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and support the business unit's growth objectives. SKU Rationalization: Implement SKU rationalization processes to optimize the product portfolio, ensuring a balanced mix of high-performing SKUs and eliminating underperforming ones to streamline operations and improve profitability. Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges in demand planning and inventory management. Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in forecasts and reports. Qualifications Key Skills/Experience Required Identify any differentiating expertise required for success in the role. Education: Postgraduate in Supply Chain Management with 3-5 years of experience or Engineering graduate with 7-9 years of experience. Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage with category teams, unit managers, and key account managers, ensuring alignment on demand planning strategies Forecasting Expertise: Proficiency in developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts based on inputs received and leveraging ISCP system Market Insight: Capability to understand and respond to market changes, integrating insights into demand planning processes KPI Tracking and Reporting: Competence in tracking and reporting key performance indicators, conducting root cause analysis, and addressing deviations Process Improvement: Ability to continuously improve demand planning processes and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and support business growth. SKU Rationalization: Expertise in implementing SKU rationalization processes to optimize the product portfolio. NPD Overseeing the new product launches and ensure readiness from supply side

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