Specialist - Sales & Operations Planning

• Min. 8 years of experience in Production planning & control.
• Analytical in nature.
• Trained on basic lean concepts would be added advantage.
• Proficiency in SAP preferred.
• Very good knowledge about basic business processes.
• Knowledge about project management would be an added advantage.
• MS office like Excel, PowerPoint, Word (Proficient)

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Key Responsibilities:

  Sales Planning & Management
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet company objectives.
• Coordinate with regional or segment sales teams to consolidate and validate forecasts.
• Work closely with key customer accounts to understand forecast fluctuations and support long-term demand visibility.Operational Planning & Execution
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to align capacity with demand.
• Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure demand-supply alignment.
• Monitor inventory levels and work to reduce excess or obsolete stock.

• Forecasting & Analytics

• Lead monthly/weekly demand forecasting reviews.
• Track forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide regular reports and dashboards on sales performance, variances, and capacity utilization.

• Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the key liaison between sales, production, logistics, and finance departments.
• Facilitate communication and ensure timely decision-making across departments.
• Customer & Order Management
• Oversee order fulfillment and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Handle escalations related to order delays, shortages, or capacity constraints.

• Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a cross-functional team involved in S&OP activities.
• Provide coaching and guidance to enhance performance and collaboration.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. MBA is added advantage.
• Experience: 7–10 years in sales operations, supply chain, or production planning roles, with managerial experience.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and forecasting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
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