Specialist - Sales & Operations Planning

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Key Responsibilities:

  Sales Planning & Management

• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet company objectives.
• Coordinate with regional or segment sales teams to consolidate and validate forecasts.

• Work closely with key customer accounts to understand forecast fluctuations and support long-term demand visibility.

  Operational Planning & Execution

• Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to align capacity with demand.
• Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure demand-supply alignment.
• Monitor inventory levels and work to reduce excess or obsolete stock.

• Forecasting & Analytics

• Lead monthly/weekly demand forecasting reviews.
• Track forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide regular reports and dashboards on sales performance, variances, and capacity utilization.

• Cross-functional Coordination

• Act as the key liaison between sales, production, logistics, and finance departments.
• Facilitate communication and ensure timely decision-making across departments.

• Customer & Order Management

• Oversee order fulfillment and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Handle escalations related to order delays, shortages, or capacity constraints.

• Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a cross-functional team involved in S&OP activities.
• Provide coaching and guidance to enhance performance and collaboration.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. MBA is added advantage.
• Experience: 7 10 years in sales operations, supply chain, or production planning roles, with managerial experience.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in ERP systems and forecasting tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

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