SCM Planner

TVS Supply Chain Solutions; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

TVS Supply Chain Solutions in Chennai is seeking a full-time SCM Planner to coordinate demand and supply and optimize costs and inventory. You will forecast, monitor stock, and collaborate with operations and procurement to keep service levels.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, ERP/Excel proficiency, and experience in SCM planning within manufacturing/logistics environments. The position is on-site in Chennai, offering exposure to planning tools, KPIs and continuous

Qualifications

• Demand forecasting, planning cycles, and alignment with targets.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends.
• Effective communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• Hands-on experience in SCM operations with procurement, warehousing and logistics.
• Inventory management to balance stock, safety stock and obsolescence.
• Bachelor's degree in SCM/Operations/Engineering; postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and planning tools; advanced Excel or analytics software helpful.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prior SCM planning experience in manufacturing, logistics or distribution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate demand and supply across the supply chain.
• Analyze demand forecasts and monitor inventory levels.
• Collaborate with operations and procurement to align supply plans.
• Track KPIs, identify risks and bottlenecks, and suggest corrective actions.
• Prepare regular reports and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Support process improvements and implementation of planning tools and best practices.

Skills

Demand Planning

Analytical Skills

Communication

SCM Operations

Inventory Management

ERP Systems

Excel Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Manufacturing Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Operations/Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Excel

Planning Tools

Job description

Role Description The SCM Planner role is a full-time, on-site position based in Chennai. This role is responsible for planning and coordinating demand and supply across the supply chain to ensure product availability while optimizing costs and inventory levels. Day-to-day activities include analyzing demand forecasts, monitoring inventory, and collaborating with operations and procurement teams to align supply plans with business requirements. The SCM Planner will track key performance metrics, identify risks and bottlenecks, and propose corrective actions to maintain service levels. The role also involves preparing regular reports, communicating updates to stakeholders, and supporting process improvements and implementation of planning tools and best practices.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Demand Planning, including forecasting, planning cycles, and alignment with business targets.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting insights to stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess hands-on experience in Supply Chain Operations, including coordination with procurement, warehousing, and logistics.
• Candidates should possess practical Inventory Management skills to balance stock levels, manage safety stock, and reduce obsolescence.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field; relevant postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and planning tools; advanced skills in Excel or other analytical software are beneficial.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prior experience in SCM planning or related roles in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environments is preferred.