Manager S&OP

Godrej Agrovet Limited

Godrej Agrovet Limited is a diversified, Research Development focused Agri business Company, dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. GAVL holds leading market positions in the different businesses in which it operates Animal Feed, Crop Protection, Oil Palm, Dairy and Poultry and Processed Foods.

Godrej Foods Limited

Godrej Foods Limited (formerly known as Godrej Tyson Food Limited) is wholly owned subsidiary of Godrej Agrovet Limited. Godrej Foods offers great tasting, safe and affordable protein products through household favorites like Real Good Chicken and Yummiez. We cater to India's expanding food industry, quick service restaurants, and the universe of modern retailers, with innovative food solutions at world class standards, customized for local tastes. We even offer some iconic Indian food items and bring a restaurant like experience to your home, at affordable prices. Godrej Yummiez offers a range of frozen vegetarian and non-vegetarian ready to cook products. Our range is very aptly called Ghar Ka Fast Food. But, it is tastier and healthier than the fast food options available outside and easy to prepare at home. Our products are frozen with the method of IQF freezing that keeps them fresh and nutritious. Our diverse portfolio allows you to have a full meal option with the newly launched range of Tikkas, Heat Eat. Our snacks range consists of more than 50 products, including Nuggets, Burger Patties, Salami, Sausages, Paneer Pops, Crispy fried Chicken, Kebabs, Sweet Corn, and Green Peas, among others.

https://www.godrejagrovet.com/businesses/godrej-tyson-foods

Reporting to: Operations Lead

Position Summary

The role is responsible for leading Supply Planning and S&OP processes pan-India to ensure optimal service levels, inventory efficiency, and cost performance. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Finance to deliver robust supply plans

aligned with business objectives.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

Lead India monthly S&OP review meetings and critically challenge demand, supply assumptions,

and analytics to improve forecast accuracy through cross-functional inputs.

Act as the central owner of supply planning inputs to the S&OP process.

Contribute in third party manufacturing locations planning of volumes, managing MOQ's led

inventory and support on additional admin role.

2. Supply & Production Planning

Develop detailed production and capacity plans aligned to service, inventory, cost, and write-off

targets.

Serve as the primary point of contact for Supply Planning while collaborating closely with Factory

Production and Procurement teams to ensure plan adherence.

Manage smooth production transitions and changeovers for existing and new product launches.

3. Inventory Management & Optimization

Strategically review inventory across RM, PM, and FG to optimize working capital while maintaining

high service levels.

Define, implement, and periodically review stock policies for factories and warehouses.

Coordinate inventory allocation and inter-warehouse transfers during supply constraints or excess

inventory scenarios.

4. Material Availability & Service Levels

Proactively assess material shortfalls and trigger procurement of raw and packaging materials to

prevent sales loss.

Drive initiatives to achieve zero/minimal sales loss and ensure high OTIF (On-Time In-Full)

performance.

5. Reporting, Analytics & Budgeting

Prepare and monitor supply planning budgets and ensure achievement of cost targets.

Develop and maintain analytical dashboards and reports covering forecast accuracy, run-rate,

inventory health, OTIF, ageing, expiries and service metrics.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration & Projects

Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance teams to

ensure alignment and execution excellence.

Participate in enterprise-wide initiatives such as new product introductions, supply chain cost

optimization, digitization, and business process improvements.

7. Tools and capability

Be fully functional with reporting, forecasting and presentation tools like SAP, Power-BI, MS Power point, Anaplan and the likes of it.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Educational Qualifications

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations Management / OR

B.E. / B.Tech (preferably from a premier institute)

MBA from Top Tier 1 institute

2. Technical & Functional Skills

Strong experience in supply planning, inventory management, and S&OP processes

SAP (relevant modules) hands-on experience

Advanced analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

Strong understanding of FMCG / processed food supply chain dynamics

3. Behavioral & Leadership Competencies

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders

Ability to maintain a calm demeanour in high-stress and demanding situations.

Detail-oriented, structured, and finically data-driven

Strong multitasking, prioritization, and execution skills

Ability to quickly learn internal tools, systems, and processes

Industry Preference:

Looking for someone from the Food industries