Manager - Demand Planning Job in Mumbai at Piramal Group

Piramal Group is hiring for the role of Manager - Demand Planning!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Demand Planning & Forecasting:
  • Develop, oversee and manage a robust forecasting process through GAINS Planning System as a primary forecasting system tool
  • Oversee the preparation of the baseline forecast by reviewing statistical models on a timely basis
  • Develop demand forecasts (operational forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons
  • Responsible for conducting monthly Consensus demand process with the Sales team
  • Achieve and prepare a consensus forecast by facilitating a collaborative planning process with sales, marketing and finance personnel.  Collaboratively interact with sales, marketing, supply chain and finance to understand demand forecast drivers. The Demand Planner is the integration point into the sales and commercial organization for all forecasting
• Revenue Management:
  • Generate quarterly revenue forecast (on a weekly basis) and work with the regional supply chain directors and site planners to ensure achievement of revenue targets. Also responsible for Identifying potential country-wise and region-wise shortfalls
  • Review Order Book on a weekly basis and closely work with site planners
• Demand Handover:
  • Lead monthly handover calls, providing demand requirements to the site planners and/or CMOs
  • Support in generating the required forecasts for CMOs and key suppliers, including POs for the binding forecasts

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with an MBA
• Academic major in business, marketing, management, supply chain, or computer science preferred
• Experience:
  • Minimum three years experience in Planning and Inventory Management, preferably from the pharma industry in global markets
  • Strong experience with software tools such as Excel, ERP, and/or Access is required Proficiency in statistics, forecasting, and planning skills is required, along with a good, basic business acumen
  • Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
  • Knowledge of SAP/APO or other software related to demand planning is preferred
  • Expert-level MS Excel/Access capability/data analysis
  • Ability to work collaboratively across functions, including with Commercial Leadership to present analyses, challenge thinking, and influence outcomes
  • Highly organized and able to work independently
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Competencies:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Detailed-oriented, ability to multitask, strong analytical competency, creative, and able to present various solutions
  • Effective organizational skills with the ability to succeed in the self-directed work environment
  • Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational disposition
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and adhere to deadlines
  • Maintain confidentiality