Deputy Manager - Supply Chain Planning

Job Description Main responsibilities: - 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 - 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