Deputy Manager - Supply Chain Planning

Main responsibilities: A.

Production Planning Turn sales forecasts into master production schedules (MPS) Adjust production goals based on real-time market/demand changes Run Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for raw and packaging goods B.

RM & PM Planning Plan procurement requirements for RM (crude/refined oil, pulses) and PM (packaging materials) based on production plan Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid production disruptions Monitor RM/PM inventory levels, lead times, and supplier performance Work closely with procurement and vendors to align supply schedules C.

Demand Planning (FG) Develop SKU-level demand forecasts using historical data, seasonality, and market intelligence Lead demand planning cycles (weekly & monthly) as part of S&OP process Collaborate with Sales & Commercial teams for: New product launches Promotions & institutional demand Track forecast accuracy and continuously improve forecasting models D.

Supply Planning (Production & Deployment) Convert demand plan into a feasible supply plan considering: Plant capacity constraints Production cycles Lead times Coordinate with plant teams for production scheduling and execution Ensure optimal stock availability across plant, CFA, and JW locations E.

Inventory Planning & Optimization Monitor and manage inventory across RM, PM, and FG Set and track inventory norms (safety stock, reorder level, days of cover) Identify and mitigate risks: Slow-moving & non-moving inventory Expiry risk (critical for edible oil & pulses) Conversion (e.g., finished goods to loose oil) Drive initiatives to reduce working capital and improve inventory turns F.

Network & Deployment Planning Balance inventory across multi-location network (plant → CFA → JW) Plan stock transfers and deployment based on demand and priority markets Ensure availability without overstocking at CFA level G.

ERP Systems, Data & MIS (SAP Mandatory), MS-Office H.

Stakeholder Management Collaborate cross-functionally with: Sales & Marketing (demand inputs) Plant / Manufacturing (production planning) Procurement (RM/PM sourcing) Logistics (dispatch execution) Finance (working capital & cost control) Act as a central planning coordinator across functions

B.E/ B. Tech (preferred) OR MBA (Operations / Supply Chain) Minimum 7+ years in supply chain planning Experience in FMCG / Edible Oil / Pulses / Agri commodities preferred