Senior Demand Planner - South

OUP; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

OUP in Dadri, Uttar Pradesh, is looking for a Senior Demand Planner to join the Operations Division. This role involves shaping demand and supply planning for the South Region and supporting national-level forecasting. You will engage in multi-region planning and utilize advanced forecasting models and ERP systems like SAP.

The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in demand/supply planning and strong analytical skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is crucial, making this a pivotal role for optimizing inventory and enhancing operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in demand/supply planning roles.
• Strong analytical skills and stakeholder management.
• Experience in project-based inventory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain demand forecasts for the South region.
• Review historical sales trends and develop statistical forecast models.
• Conduct regional S&OP meetings and provide input to supply planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Business acumen

Proficiency in MS Office

Advanced knowledge of SAP

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Salary: Dependent on Skills and Experience

Division: Technology and Operations

About the Role

Introduction –

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Operations Division as a Senior Demand Planner, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping demand and supply planning for the South Region and supporting national-level forecasting for the School Education division. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, accuracy, and strategic thinking, contributing directly to organizational efficiency and customer satisfaction. This role offers exposure to multi-region planning, advanced forecasting models, and ERP systems like SAP, making it a great step for professionals seeking impactful work and career growth. You will work onregional S&OP processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence inventory strategies for existing and new products. The role involves data-driven decision-making, leveraging business intelligence, and contributing to projects that enhance operational excellence.

Opportunity –

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain demand forecasts for the South region and oversee national-level forecasts.
• Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and develop statistical forecast models.
• Conduct regional S&OP meetings, collaborate with Sales, Production, and Customer teams for accurate planning.
• Provide input to supply planning for inventory norms and stock availability.
• Analyze data for forecast accuracy, back-orders, and business requirements.

Impact on Team and Organization:

• Ensure accurate forecasting to optimize inventory levels and reduce back-orders.
• Act as the information hub for senior management, enabling strategic decisions.
• Drive collaboration across Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to improve service levels.

About You

• 10–15 years of experience in demand/supply planning roles.
• Exposure to multi-region or Pan-India planning.
• Strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and business acumen.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP environments.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP.
• Experience in project-based inventory initiatives.
• Familiarity with consensus forecasting and S&OP processes.

We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.