Upstream Planner

Search Advisers Services Guj; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cabs available

Job summary

Search Advisers Services Guj in Bengaluru seeks an Upstream Planner to manage supplier-led material flow and production readiness, ensuring continuous material availability for manufacturing. The role centers on supplier capacity planning, production alignment, and optimal material inventory while balancing cost, service, and risk.

Ideal candidates have 8–20 years in upstream or materials planning, with ERP/advanced planning systems (SAP preferred), strong analytical and Excel skills, and

Qualifications

• 8-20 years of experience in upstream planning, supply planning, or materials planning.
• Exposure to complex supply networks, long lead-time components, or multi-supplier environments preferred.

Skills

Upstream supply chain

ERP / SAP

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

MBA / Postgraduate in Supply Chain or Operations (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title:

Upstream Planner

Function:

Supply Chain / Planning / Operations

Only Manufacturing Experience candidates

Job Purpose

The Upstream Planner is responsible for planning and managing supply from suppliers through production readiness to ensure uninterrupted material availability for manufacturing. The role focuses on supplier capacity planning, production supply alignment, and optimal inventory of raw materials and components while balancing cost, service, and risk.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
• MBA / Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain or Operations (preferred)

Experience

• 8- 20 years of experience in upstream planning, supply planning, or materials planning
• Exposure to complex supply networks, long lead-time components, or multi-supplier environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of upstream and manufacturing supply chains
• Hands-on experience with ERP / advanced planning systems (SAP preferred)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and scenario-planning skills
• Advanced Excel skills; Power BI or similar analytics tools are a plus
• Ability to manage uncertainty, constraints, and cross-functional dependencies
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Facilities: Cabs are available