Demand Planner-PARM & Upstream

Exxon Mobil; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 9,50,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Bengaluru is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to enhance demand planning and forecasting accuracy. You will collaborate with various teams to drive alignment and analyze data for improved operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering or analytics and experience within large-scale operations, particularly in the Oil & Gas sector. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical plans

Training and development programs

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Experience supporting supply chain activities for large-scale operations preferred.
• Proficient in data-driven analyses and recommendations.
• Ability to operate effectively in a global, virtual team.

Responsibilities

• Lead demand planning meetings to ensure alignment.
• Analyze shipment data to enhance forecast accuracy.
• Conduct analyses and provide insights for S&OP processes.

Skills

Strong background in engineering

Supply chain experience

Statistics and analytics

ERP systems proficiency (SAP/Oracle)

Strong communication skills

Independent prioritization

Collaboration skills

Education

3+ years of post-secondary experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Excel

Job description

ExxonMobil is committed to leading in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. We are powered by a diverse workforce and driven by pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses comes from the talent, curiosity and drive of our people who bring solutions daily to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.

ExxonMobil’s affiliates have offices in India in Bengaluru, Mumbai and the National Capital Region. ExxonMobil’s affiliates in India supporting the Product Solutions business engage in the marketing, sales and distribution of performance as well as specialty products across chemicals and lubricants businesses. The India planning teams are embedded with global business units for business planning and analytics. ExxonMobil’s LNG affiliate in India supporting the upstream business provides consultant services for other ExxonMobil upstream affiliates and conducts LNG market-development activities. The Global Business Center - Technology Center provides technical and business support services for ExxonMobil’s operations around the globe. ExxonMobil strives to make a positive contribution to the communities where we operate and its affiliates support education, health and community-building programs in India. Read more about our Corporate Responsibility Framework.

• Drive consistent EMCC (ExxonMobil Chemical Company) forecast processes regionally and across the designated business unit.
• Critically assess data and understand implications — recognize deviations from normal and connect interfaces to correct (high priority); review the statistical forecast and identify and eliminate outliers; oversee and coordinate forecast updates / changes.
• Steer alignment between all parties — Demand Planner leads the demand planning meetings and discussions, Supply Planner validates the final unconstrained forecast; coordinate forecast updates / changes.
• Generate Statistical (STAT) forecast.
• Analyze and update shipment history data to improve forecast.
• Create interactive statistical forecast, as necessary; maintain Quadrant Analysis / playbook.
• Define Quadrant Analysis parameters as needed.
• Optimize demand segmentation with sales & marketing as needed (Sales Adjusted Forecast, SAF).
• Guide process and ensure tools are used (i.e., support Volume Management Specialists, Sales Assistants, and Sales Representatives).
• Ensure focus on key areas / sales trends and minimize SAF inputs that drive value.
• Steward that the SAF delivers value and take action if not improving value of Demand Planning Meeting.
• Lead monthly meetings and drive alignment between Sales, S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning), and Product Management as needed.
• Review backward and forward-looking outliers; provide recommendations.
• Ensure sales volume is in line with product signals & Global Business Unit outlook (attend S&OP meetings to stay engaged) and understand price actions and impact.
• Make and/or oversee high level adjustments and ensure Unconstrained Forecast (UCF) is available and validated by Supply Planning.

3. Forecast modelling, stewardship, and improvement activities

• Test and optimize tool settings to achieve better forecasts.
• Implement interactive forecast processes, as necessary.
• Monitor Order in Flow (OIF) to improve forecast, if needed (Volume Management System monitors regularly).
• Review forecast accuracy, performance and sales input; recommend changes and identify tool and analytical improvements.

About You

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong background in engineering, supply chain, statistics and/or analytics.

Experience supporting supply chain activities for large-scale operations preferred (particularly in Oil & Gas).

3 years or more of experience post-secondary school graduation.

Experience supporting supply chain activities for large-scale operations and in the Oil & Gas industry.

Experienced in conducting analyses and providing data-driven recommendations for S&OP processes.

Proficiency with extracting information from ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle) and using MS Excel to generate data insights.

Strong performer with ability to prioritize work strategically and independently while also functioning well within a global, virtual team.

Proven self-starter with strong collaboration and influence management skills; able to work effectively with all levels of the organization.

Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Perseverant and resilient in the pursuit of objectives; willing to take on new challenges and improve mindset; able to anticipate future opportunities and evaluate them objectively.

Works well with others to deliver results and keeps key stakeholders informed to avoid unnecessary organizational churn. Proficient in SAP systems and MS Excel knowledge is critical.

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on health, security, finance and life. We offer:
Competitive compensation; Medical plans, maternity leave and benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment benefits; Global networking & cross-functional opportunities; Annual vacations & holidays; Day care assistance program; Training and development program; Tuition assistance program; Workplace flexibility policy; Relocation program; Transportation facility.

Please note benefits may change from time to time without notice, subject to applicable laws. The benefits programs are based on the Company’s eligibility guidelines.

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability status.

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