Planning Consultant

Mindsprint; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindsprint seeks a seasoned Supply Chain Planning Consultant to lead planning tool implementations and optimize S&OP, demand planning and inventory management. The role requires deep experience across Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9 and Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, with a track record in improving service levels and data integrity.

Experts will guide stakeholders, design robust dashboards, and drive digital transformation across industries while maintaining strong client relationships and

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in Supply Planning, S&OP and Inventory Management.
• Hands-on implementation with Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9 or Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM.
• B.Tech + MBA from Tier 2 institutions; MCA not acceptable.
• Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Supply Chain Planning and Inventory Management implementations.
• Develop S&OP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning and Inventory capabilities.
• Create inventory strategies for BOM and non-BOM items with stock norms.
• Lead MRP projects to optimize planning and service levels.
• Collaborate with IT to digitalize planning processes using planning tools.
• Design dashboards and reports for supply chain performance.
• Ensure data integrity, stock availability and optimal inventory management.
• Conduct stock analysis and drive continuous process improvements.
• Implement planning tools including Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9 and Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM.
• Develop stakeholder management frameworks with business teams.
• Set up inventory strategy frameworks with reorder point calculations.
• Maintain Excel-based models for supply chain performance tracking.

Skills

MRP project leadership

Advanced Excel modeling

Dashboard development

Data integrity management

PowerPoint presentations

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Client handling experience

Planning tools implementation

Supply planning

S&OP

Education

B.Tech + MBA from Tier 2 colleges

Tools

Kinaxis

Blue Yonder

SAP IBP

O9

Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM

SAP APO/IBP

Job description

Seasoned Supply Chain Planning Consultant with implementation experience in planning tools and deep process expertise across diverse industries. The role demands comprehensive knowledge of supply planning, demand planning, inventory management, S&OP, and MRP processes. The consultant will lead digital transformation initiatives using advanced planning platforms like Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9 and Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Supply Chain Planning & Inventory Management implementations following industry best practices.
• Build robust S&OP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Inventory Management capabilities.
• Develop comprehensive inventory strategies for BOM & Non-BOM items with scientific stock norm calculations.
• Lead MRP projects to optimize inventory planning processes and service levels.
• Collaborate with IT teams to digitalize planning processes using Planning tools (SAP APO/IBP, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis).
• Design, implement, and maintain dashboards and reports for supply chain performance metrics.
• Ensure data integrity, stock availability, and optimal inventory management.
• Conduct stock analysis and drive continuous supply chain process improvements.

Additional Roles & Responsibilities

• Implement planning tools including Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9 and Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM.
• Develop stakeholder management frameworks collaborating with business teams on critical planning requirements.
• Set up inventory strategy frameworks with reorder point calculations based on supply chain variables.
• Maintain Excel-based models for supply chain performance tracking and scenario analysis.
• Ensure right service levels with optimal stock management across diverse industries.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education:

• B.Tech + MBA from Tier 2 colleges (MCA and similar programs not acceptable)

Experience:

• 8-12 years in Supply Planning, S&OP, and Inventory Management
• Complete understanding of S&OP & end-to-end supply planning processes
• Mandatory hands-on implementation experience with multiple tools such Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, O9, or Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM
• Very strong depth in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, OR Inventory Planning
• Above average understanding of remaining S&OP process areas

Technical Skills:

• MRP project leadership and inventory optimization
• Advanced Excel modeling and dashboard development
• Data integrity management in SAP/ERP environments

Soft Skills:

• Strong stakeholder management & leadership
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with client handling experience
• Diverse industry exposure with process consulting expertise
• Should exhibit prowess in PowerPoint presentations in current or previous work experience.