Sr Manager - Supply & Distribution Planning

aliaxis; Karnataka; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

aliaxis in Karnataka, India seeks an experienced Inventory/Supply Chain Specialist to optimize inventory control, forecast demand, and manage stock levels across distribution channels. The role involves collaborating with warehouses, evaluating suppliers, and ensuring alignment with OTIF targets.

The position requires 5–9 years in manufacturing with strong knowledge of S&OP, ERP systems, and production operations. A relevant engineering degree or MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years of experience in manufacturing/Supply Chain roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or MBA/PGDM preferred.
• Strong understanding of S&OP, inventory governance, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures.
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and cover direct demand.
• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory.
• Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory.
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus.
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs.
• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain relationships.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to meet business goals.
• Report stock levels and issues to upper management.
• Design methods to avoid Nonmoving inventory through stakeholder meetings.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to liquidate slow-moving inventory.
• Perform SLOB analysis and inventory norm governance.

Skills

Inventory management

S&OP processes

Forecasting

ERP systems

Data analysis

Team management

Production operations

Supply chain

Education

Engineering degree

MBA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Role Summary

To ensure goods are distributed as per minimum inventory levels and forecast consumption to all locations at SKU level and ensure OTIF and Inventory targets are met

Roles and Responsibility

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers
• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
• Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs
• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships
• Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met
• Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc.
• Design methods to avoid the occurrence of products getting into Nonmoving Category by having frequent meetings with required stakeholders.
• For non and slow-moving inventory coordinate with all stake holders and find ways to liquidate it.
• Should do all sort of analysis related to inventory management- SLOB analysis, Inventory norm governance (Cyclic stock, safety stock etc. )

Role Specific Competencies

• 5 - 9 Yrs of Exp in Manufacturing Setup.
• Bachelor's degree with Engineering or Postgraduate in Management studies (preferably from NITIE, IIM, SP Jain) tier 1 institutes.
• Good understanding of S&OP processes, statistics, supply chain business drivers, Inventory management, production operations and processes and ERP systems
• Manage team in terms of goal setting, delivery, performance, development, and engagement
• Order fill rate
• Track signals
• Inventory vs budget
• Distribution plan adherence
• Freight cost per kg vs budget to minimize non planned movements