Assistant Supply Planning Manager, South Asia

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Job Title: Asst. Manager - Supply Planning – South Asia (India and Rest of South Asia)

Reporting To: South Asia Planning Lead

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Replenishment across Network

• Develop and execute production plans and schedules for own manufacturing plants and co-manufacturers in line with demand plans and capacity constraints.
• Drive replenishment planning to ensure uninterrupted supply of finished goods across the network.
• Create and maintain RM/PM (Raw & Packaging Material) plans, ensuring alignment with production requirements and procurement lead times.
• Monitor and improve production plan adherence and accuracy.

Inventory Management

• Own Finished Goods (FG) inventory cover, ensuring optimal balance between service levels and working capital.
• Proactively manage and minimize out-of-stock risks by identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.
• Track inventory health metrics such as days of cover, slow/obsolete inventory, and excess stock.

S&OP & Performance Management

• Facilitate and support Supply Chain reviews as part of the S&OP cycle for own manufacturing units and co-manufacturers.
• Provide supply-side inputs, scenarios, and constraints during S&OP discussions.
• Ensure timely execution of agreed S&OP plans and highlight risks or deviations.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Demand Planning to translate demand forecasts into executable supply plans.
• Partner with Production / Manufacturing teams to align plans with capacity, maintenance schedules, and operational realities.
• Coordinate with Customer Service / Logistics to support service level commitments and smooth dispatches.
• Collaborate with Procurement for timely availability of RM/PM and risk mitigation.
• Engage with Quality teams to ensure production and supply plans comply with quality standards and approvals.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
FG inventory cover and inventory turns
Out-of-stock and service level performance
Production plan adherence and schedule accuracy
Replenishment plan accuracy
S&OP action closure and execution quality

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of supply planning, production planning, and inventory management
• Hands-on experience with S&OP processes
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complexity across multiple manufacturing locations and co-manufacturers
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Understanding of SAP ERP and proficiency in Excel

Qualifications & Experience

3–7 years of experience in Supply Planning / Production Planning, preferably in FMCG, Pharma, or Manufacturing environments
Experience managing co-manufacturers is a strong advantage

Where and how you will work

The opportunity will be based in our Gurgaon office with hybrid working arrangements available through our Smart working model which allows you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance.

What we would like to offer you!

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package.