Supply Planning Manager

HypTechie; Patiala District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

HypTechie in Rajpura, Patiala, Punjab is seeking a Supply Planning Manager to optimize inventory, service levels and cost while managing supply chain volatility. You will lead central supply and branch teams to enhance efficiency, leverage AI planning tools, and collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Procurement for aligned actions.

The role emphasizes planning execution, digital transformation, and stakeholder management across multiple locations to deliver agile and cost-efficient supply chain

Qualifications

• 2+ years in supply planning, demand planning or related supply chain function.
• Engineering degree mandatory; MBA in SCM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop production plans based on forward demand and optimize service/inventory.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Demand Planning and Distribution for aligned actions.
• Lead digital/AI-based planning initiatives and drive cost savings across the network.
• Ensure smooth coordination with branch fulfillment and central logistics for service excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

AI planning tools

Cost/service delivery

Leadership & communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

MBA in SCM (preferred)

Job description

Supply Planning Manager

Rajpura, Patiala, Punjab | Job ID: R-1166291 | Function: Supply Chain | Min 2 Years Exp

Role Purpose

As a Supply Planning Manager, you will be responsible for optimizing inventory, service, and cost while managing volatility across the supply chain. You will act as the supply chain face for the category, collaborating closely with customer marketing, planning, and sales teams. This role involves leading central supply and network planners as well as branch customer service teams to drive efficiency, agility, and innovation through digital and AI-based planning tools.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Execution

• Develop production plans based on forward demand.
• Review and adjust production schedules to ensure optimum service and inventory levels across depots.
• Lead planning for event pre-builds and activations to ensure seamless execution.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer Marketing, Demand Planning, and Distribution Planning to align supply chain actions.
• Work with factories, procurement, and logistics teams to balance availability and cost efficiency.
• Serve as the key supply chain point of contact for category and cross-functional teams.

Efficiency & Innovation

• Lead digital transformation by leveraging AI-based planning tools and future-ready models.
• Drive cost savings and waste reduction projects across the network.
• Ensure smooth coordination with branch fulfillment teams and central logistics for service excellence.

Customer-Centric Planning

• Understand customer nuances and design planning principles to improve service levels.
• Lead activation networks to deliver agile and efficient supply chain performance.

Key KPIs

• Service: CCFOT, MSTN, Day 0 CCF
• Inventory: RDOH, Glide Path, DBNR
• Operational: CPT, km traveled, business waste
• System: Implementation and adoption of digital planning tools

Key Stakeholders

• Category Teams: Marketing, Customer Marketing
• Planning Teams: Central Demand, Distribution Planning, Planning Excellence
• Delivery Teams: Branch Fulfilment, Central Logistics
• Factories & Procurement Teams
• Customer Development Teams: CCMs, ASMs
• Finance & R&D

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Service, or other supply chain functions
• Graduate in Engineering (mandatory)
• MBA in Supply Chain Management (preferred)

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work across cross-functional and multi-location teams.
• Exposure to digital/AI-based planning tools is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to drive efficiency and deliver on cost/service objectives.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to inspire and influence stakeholders.