Senior Executive - Demand Planning Job in Bengaluru at Swiggy

Swiggy is hiring for the role of Sr. Executive - Demand Planning!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Responsible for running the weekly demand planning and monitoring of forecast accuracy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Growth/Category) to understand demand forecast drivers 
• Ensure demand plan optimization is in line with Customer & Product Category Strategy
• Include causal factors (weather, natural disasters, competitor actions, etc.) and model events (sales promotions, marketing events, etc.) into demand forecasts
• Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons, across multiple regions
• Release of final demand plans by incorporating all inputs as per the agreed timeline

• Manage the entire replenishment process
• Ensure timely release of POs to all vendors across all cities
• Manage buying quantities – ensuring optimal order quantities by considering inventory norms, stock on hand, forecast and vendor constraints
• Collaborate with category team to ensure high levels of supply reliability (OTIF)
• Manage inventory health – availability and aging
• Define and manage Inventory Norms at a Region X SKU level
• Maintain desired inventory levels at each of the regions
• Monitor and plan for liquidation of wastage risk SKUs
• Collaborate with City Teams and Operations to ensure the accuracy of stock levels

:Requirements:

• Growth, Category, Operations, Procurement
• B.Tech with 2- 5 years of relevant experience in an inventory management role in FMCG/Retail
• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
• Rational decision-making, negotiating, and influencing skills with an analytical work style
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment