Demand Planning Manager
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Job Summary
About SKF
SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today SKF provides industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units seals mechatronics lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence.
SKFs solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction energy efficiency and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms.
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SKF Purpose Statement
Together we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.
By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet
Job Title: Demand Planning Manager
Reports to: General Manager -Logistics & Demand Chain
Role Type: Team Manager
Location: Chinchwad Pune
Purpose of the role :
The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts leading the S&OP and S&OE process optimizing inventory levels and ensuring product availability while minimizing costs. This role partners closely with Sales Supply Chain Production Finance and Procurement to drive data-driven decision-making and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Demand Forecasting & Analysis
Develop monthly quarterly and annual demand forecasts using statistical models and market intelligence.
Analyze historical data trends seasonality promotions and customer inputs.
Maintain forecast accuracy KPIs (MAPE Bias Forecast Accuracy) and drive improvements.
2. S&OP S&OE & IBP Process
Lead and facilitate the Demand Review in the S&OP cycle.
Collaborate with Sales Marketing and Finance to align on demand assumptions.
Present demand outlook and risks/opportunities to leadership.
3. Inventory & Supply Optimization
Work with Supply Planning and Production teams to optimize inventory levels across network.
Identify potential stockouts excess inventory and initiate corrective actions.
Ensure safety stock parameters and planning policies are maintained.
4. Cross-Functional Alignment
Partner with Sales to gather market insights and customer forecasts.
Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics to ensure material availability.
Support Finance in budgeting and long-range planning.
5. Data Management & Systems
Maintain planning systems (SAP IBP DOH SO99 etc.).
Drive automation dashboarding and advanced analytics in forecasting.
Ensure master data accuracy for planning parameters.
6. Performance Management
Track and report key KPIs including Net Inventory % of sales Availability Forecast Accuracy Inventory Turns Days of Supply Backorders and Block stock.
Develop improvement plans and root-cause analysis for deviations. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
Profile Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Supply Chain Operations Business Engineering or related field.
- 10 to 12 years of experience in Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning or related functions.
- Strong knowledge of forecasting tools statistical models and ERP/APS systems.
- Advanced Excel and data analytics skills; experience with Power BI/Tableau preferred.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Key Competencies
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure with tight timelines
- Leadership and team management
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Forecasting
- Facilities Management
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Business Management
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- SAP APO
- Production Planning
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- ERP Systems
