Senior Demand Planner- India (Manufacturing sector)

HR Potential Search; Gurugram District; Presencial; INR 3.000.000 - 7.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

HR Potential Search is seeking a Sr Demand Planner in India to lead end-to-end demand planning for both B2B and B2C channels. You will drive a data-driven process, own the S&OP cycle, align cross-functional teams, and enhance forecast accuracy and inventory optimization.

The role requires 14+ years in planning within manufacturing sectors, strong stakeholder management, and expertise with leading APS platforms such as o9, Kinaxis, SAP IBP or Anaplan.

Formación

• 14+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, IBP/S&OP in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership of demand planning for large FMCG/industrial sectors.
• Experience leading enterprise S&OP/IBP processes.
• Experience with OEM/Replacement business environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end demand planning for India across all channels (B2B & B2C).
• Drive a robust, data-driven demand planning process delivering a single forecast signal.
• Lead S&OP across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, R&D, and Product Management.
• Improve forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory optimization.
• Act as a super user for o9 planning, driving adoption and capability building.

Conocimientos

Demand planning

S&OP leadership

Forecasting

Statistical modeling

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Negotiation

Communication

Herramientas

o9

Kinaxis

Blue Yonder

SAP IBP

Anaplan

Descripción del empleo

• Around 14+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or S&OP with Manufacturing sector . Strong understanding of demand planning processes, statistical modeling, and forecasting techniques . TEAM MANAGEMENT EXPOSURE IS MANDATORY.
• Significant experience managing demand planning for large-scale FMCG, automotive, industrial, manufacturing, or consumer-facing businesses.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide S&OP/IBP processes.
• Strong exposure to Replacement and OEM business environments is preferred.
• Experience in tyre, automotive, industrial manufacturing, or related sectors will be advantageous.
• Hands-on experience with APS platforms such as o9, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, Anaplan, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Statistical Forecasting Concepts and S&OP and IBP Integration.
• Prior experience in planning transformation programs and digital supply chain initiatives is a strong plus. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain a vast range of working relationships across multiple functions, cultures, and ability to flex styles for effective influence.

Purpose of the JOB-

The Sr Demand Planner (Band- DGM) will lead the end-to-end demand planning function for India business across all business channels (B2B & B2C). The role is accountable for driving a robust, data-driven demand planning process that delivers a single, aligned demand signal ("One Number") across the organization.

The incumbent will lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring strong cross-functional collaboration among Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, R&D and Product Management teams. This role will play a critical leadership position in enhancing forecast accuracy, improving service levels, optimizing inventory, and enabling business growth.

As our client continues its digital transformation journey, the role will also serve as a key business leader and super user for the o9 planning platform, driving adoption, capability building, and process excellence in demand planning and S&OP.