Demand Supply Planning Manager

• Company: Naxnova Technologies Private Limited (
• 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!