Demand Supply Planning Manager

Company: Naxnova Technologies Private Limited (https://naxnova.com/) Position: Manager – Demand Planner Strategic Sourcing & SCM Reporting to: General Manager / Head – Strategic Sourcing & SCM Role Type: Individual Contributor Department: Supply Chain Business Division: Printed Electronics Location: PELHAR Plant, Vasai (Mumbai) Role Summary: A Demand Planner in Strategic Sourcing develops, maintains, and improves demand forecasts to optimize inventory, reduce costs, and ensure supply chain alignment. This role acts as a crucial link between sales, marketing, and procurement, translating sales plans into actionable procurement strategies using data analytics to improve accuracy. Main Task to perform Material Planning: Simulate Project wise Projection Qty, Inventory Status (on hand Sit Open PO), MRP RUN & PR/PO Release as in system RM Visibility: New Project RM visibility vs Part Development, RM visibility for Regular production (Daily Weekly Monthly Plan) Project Demand Management: Material requirement tracking for Development activity RM Alignment of with Mass production schedule Project Summary: New Project updates with RM Status Development Requirement Vs RM Arrival Plan Advance Management: Forecast release / Global Holiday Vs Rm Plan, EOL Management (Shelf life) revalidation Logistics cost reduction: Freight cost Air/Sea reduction, Vessel /Air Space optimisation Supplier Management: Supplier capacity management, Logistics arrangement for Shipments, Customs clearance follow-ups, Import Logistics / MRP / Demand Planning / Inventory Management / Finance Reconciliation Commodities to Handle: Resin Polymers, PET, PC, PEN Films Electronics: PCB Assy /Semiconductors /wiring Harness/Connectors Conductive Inks/Tapes/Adhesives/Consumables Key Expectation: Forecast Modelling: Create and maintain consensus demand forecasts at the SKU, category, and customer levels by analysing historical sales data, market trends, and seasonal influencers.

Strategic Sourcing Collaboration: Collaborate with procurement and strategic sourcing teams to align inventory flow with supplier capabilities, ensuring optimal inventory levels (avoiding overstock/shortages) and driving cost reduction opportunities. S&OP Leadership: Lead monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to discuss demand changes, new launches, and promotions with cross-functional teams. Data Analysis & Accuracy: Track and improve forecast accuracy metrics (e.g., MAPE, Bias).

Analyze market developments, including competitor actions and environmental factors that affect demand. Risk Management: Identify potential supply chain risks (e.g., delivery delays) and develop contingency plans in collaboration with the sourcing team Required Skills & Experience: Essential Skills: Analytical & Technical Skills Statistical Forecasting: Proficiency in forecasting models (e.g., time series, causal methods) to accurately predict demand and minimize forecast error. Data Analysis & Modeling: Utilizing Excel, Power BI, or SQL to analyze large datasets, optimize product availability, and manage inventory turnover.

ERP Systems: Expertise in operating platforms like SAP, Oracle, or APS (Advanced Planning Systems) to integrate supply chain operations. KPI Management: Tracking and analyzing metrics such as forecast accuracy, bias, and inventory holding costs Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Integration Vendor/Supplier Management: Collaborating with procurement to align vendor capabilities with future demand, focusing on total value rather than just cost. Scenario Planning: Developing contingency plans to mitigate risk and ensure delivery sustainability within constraints.

Integrated Business Planning (S&OP): Facilitating Sales & Operations Planning meetings to align demand plans with financial and production capabilities. Soft Skills & Collaboration Communication: Clearly communicating demand insights to non-technical stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, and Operations. Collaboration: Working cross-functionally to build consensus on forecasts and reconcile contradictory objectives.

Problem-Solving: Proactively identifying potential supply chain disruptions and developing solutions Behavioral Traits Attention to Detail: Ensuring high accuracy in forecasting and reporting. Strategic Mindset: Shifting from reactive replenishment to forward-looking, value-driven sourcing. Agility: Adapting quickly to market changes and fluctuating demand patterns.

Educational Qualification: The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electronics/Mechanical) from a reputed institute. Minimum 8~10 years of work experience in the Demand planning & Strategic sourcing Preferred Industry Background: Automotive / White Goods / Consumer Electronics / Electronics / Medical Devices / Raising / PET / Films / Ink / Auto components / Automotive aftermarket, Auto Detailing & Customization, Car care & PPF companies, Window Films / Accessories or any relevant. Key Competencies: Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen Customer-Centric Mindset Team Leadership & Motivation Communication & Negotiation Excellence Sales Forecasting & Pipeline Management Brand Development & Market Penetration Agile Execution & Change Management Analytical and Data-driven Decision Making Handson to work independently Attributes Mindset: Lead by Example, Driven, Passionate, Detailed Oriented, Ambitious, Curious.

Behaviours: Future Thinking, Risk Taking, Agility, Result Oriented, Collaboration, Perseverance, Planning & Process Driven, Anticipating Future Risk. Naxnova is committed to building a successful partnership with the potential incumbent of this role. To ensure this, we believe it's important for candidates to have a clear understanding of the roles, expectations and trajectory.

This document may lead us in discussing your candidature and ensure a strong fit for both Naxnova and yourself. Once we've established a mutually beneficial path forward, the exciting hiring process can begin!