Planning & Fulfillment Manager

ABB; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a senior Material Planning and Supply Chain leader based in Bengaluru, India. You will oversee supply planning, inventory management, and resource coordination for regional operations, driving improvements in on-time delivery and inventory performance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, optimize working capital, and advance ERP-enabled planning with a focus on switchgear and electrical products. A track record in large-scale manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• : Degree in Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience in Material Planning, Supply Chain, or related disciplines.
• : Extensive experience in Material Planning and SCM, including inventory control, procurement, and production support in large-scale electrical industries.
• : S&OP, demand planning, purchasing, inventory management, and cross-functional supply chain coordination.
• : Import/export logistics, supplier management, freight forwarding, customs regulations, and international trade processes.
• : Inventory optimization and working capital management across multiple sites.
• : Collaborative leadership and stakeholder management across the supply chain.
• : Experience with switchgear and electrical products (MCBs, wiring accessories, DBs).

Responsibilities

• Oversees site supply planning, inventory management, and resource management in the regional distribution center or local Sales organization.
• Manages planning initiatives to improve on-time delivery and lead time, ensuring adherence to inventory and supply plan.
• Oversees supply chain improvement initiatives with Lean Six Sigma to boost on-time delivery and forecast accuracy.
• Guides planning workflows, ERP adoption, and team development to improve organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Supply chain management

Inventory management

S&OP

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Manufacturing Unit Manager

What We Believe In

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will Oversees supply planning, inventory management, and resource management in the regional distribution center or local Sales organization. Manages planning initiatives to improve customer on-time delivery and lead time, ensuring adherence to inventory and supply plan.

This role is contributing to the ABB India, Electrification Business Smart Power Division in India. will be based at "Nelamangala - Bangalore - India".

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Manage site supply planning and scheduling, ensuring alignment with Hub/PG S&OP processes by providing visibility into supply capacity, local objectives, and the site's ability to support demand plans.
• Own inventory and working capital management, supporting optimization of raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and project inventories while maintaining effective inventory control processes and meeting NWC targets.
• Manage fulfillment and short-term operational planning (S&OE), coordinating cross-functional teams to respond to demand fluctuations, mitigate supply risks, and ensure profitable and timely customer order execution.
• Oversee supply chain improvement initiatives with Lean Six Sigma practices to boost on-time delivery, reduce cycle times, refine forecast accuracy, better manage inventory, and make more effective use of resources.
• Oversee planning functions, system improvements, and staff development to refine planning workflows, expand ERP adoption, enhance team skills, and improve organizational effectiveness while supporting a results-driven culture.

Qualifications for the role:

• Qualification: Degree in Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience in Material Planning, Supply Chain, or related disciplines.
• Extensive experience in Material Planning and Supply Chain Management, with extensive experience in inventory control, procurement, and production support within large-scale organizations in the switchgear and electrical industry.
• Extensive experience in S&OP, demand planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain coordination, ensuring seamless material availability and operational efficiency.
• Solid understanding of import and export logistics, including supplier management, freight forwarding, customs regulations, and international trade processes.
• Demonstrated ability in inventory optimization and working capital management, balancing service levels, inventory turns, and cost-effective material planning.
• Collaborative leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional efforts, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Experience with switchgear and electrical products, including MCBs, wiring accessories, and distribution boards (DBs), along with effective communication and problem-solving skills to identify risks, uncover opportunities, and carry out corrective actions.

More About Us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.