Demand Planning Assistant Manager

• Demand Forecasting & Analysis:

  
  

• Develop accurate, data-driven demand forecasts at multiple levels (SKU, category, region, and customer) using statistical models, historical data, and market trends.

  
  

• Analyze forecast accuracy metrics (e.g., MAPE, Bias) and drive continuous improvements.

  
  

• Incorporate market intelligence, promotional calendars, sales inputs, and customer data into the forecasting process.

  
  

• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP):

  
  

• Lead the demand planning portion of the S&OP process.

  
  

• Facilitate monthly demand review meetings with cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain).

  
  

• Build consensus on forecast numbers and align demand and supply plans.

  
  

• Inventory and Supply Alignment:

  
  

• Work closely with supply planning, procurement, and operations teams to ensure that demand plans translate into effective supply plans.

  
  

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate actions to avoid stockouts, overstock, and obsolete inventory.

  
  

• Product Lifecycle Management:

  
  

• Manage planning for new product launches, transitions, and end-of-life (EOL) items.

  
  

• Develop ramp-up and ramp-down strategies to minimize inventory risk while ensuring availability.

  
  

• Team Leadership:

  
  

• Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals to ensure high performance and development.

  
  

• Foster a collaborative environment to facilitate cross-functional teamwork.

  
  

• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.

  
  

• Data Management & Systems:

  
  

• Maintain master data relevant to planning (e.g., lead times, lot sizes, forecast models).

  
  

• Generate dashboards and reports for performance tracking and decision-making.

  
  

• Utilize ERP and planning systems to automate Demand planning process.

  
  

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree

  
  

• Language: English

  
  

• Skills: A detail-oriented data driven personality coupled with an ability to work equally in a fast-paced environment. Highly analytical with a drive for innovation and improvement skills, ability to work closely with Multiple stakeholders across sales and Product Supply functions and other Departmental Heads is an important requirement of this role.

  
  

• Required knowledge of: Forecasting & Statistical Techniques for large number of SKUs and divisions, Supply Chain & Inventory Management,Demand Planning Systems & Tools, S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning),Data Analysis & Interpretation.

  
  

Experience: 5–8 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management