Senior Manager – Planning

About the Role :

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager – Planning to lead production scheduling, capacity planning, and supply chain functions . The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SAP planning functions and a proven track record of optimizing supply chain processes .

Please note the Job Location : Vadodara

Key Responsibilities :

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

✅ Develop and execute Master Production Planning (MPP) & Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) to align demand and supply.

✅ Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure optimal capacity planning & resource allocation .

✅ Oversee short-term & long-term production schedules to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements.

2. Supply Chain & Material Procurement

✅ Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure on-time material availability and minimize production bottlenecks.

✅ Work closely with suppliers and vendors to optimize lead times & inventory levels .

✅ Implement strategic sourcing initiatives to improve cost efficiency.

3. SAP & Digital Transformation

✅ Utilize SAP (PP, MM modules) for planning, scheduling, and inventory control.

✅ Drive automation & digitalization initiatives to improve efficiency in planning processes.

✅ Monitor and analyze data to enhance forecast accuracy & demand planning .

4. Inventory & Logistics Optimization

✅ Maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing working capital costs.

✅ Implement lean inventory management techniques to minimize excess stock and wastage.

✅ Ensure efficient logistics & distribution planning for timely order fulfillment.

5. Leadership & Team Management

✅ Lead and mentor a team of planners & analysts , ensuring continuous improvement in planning functions.

✅ Develop training programs & best practices to enhance team capabilities.

✅ Work cross-functionally with production, sales, procurement, and finance teams to align business goals.

Key Requirements :

• 8+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or materials management.
• Industry Experience : Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, or Switchgear (preferred).
• Expertise in SAP (PP, MM modules) for planning and procurement.
• Strong background in demand forecasting, SIOP, and MPP .
• Experience in team leadership & cross-functional collaboration .
• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement & efficiency .
• Excellent communication & stakeholder management skills .

Skills Required

Risk Assessment, Project Management, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Strategic Planning