Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager – Supply Planning to lead end-to-end supply planning operations for a leading multinational manufacturing company. This role is responsible for driving supply planning strategy, inventory optimization, demand fulfillment, and import/export planning while leading cross-functional initiatives to improve overall supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Inventory Management

• Lead end-to-end supply planning and inventory planning to ensure product availability aligned with customer demand.
• Optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess stock and warehousing costs.
• Coordinate with Sales, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders on short-, medium-, and long-term capacity planning.
• Support successful new product launches and master data readiness within SAP.

Supply Allocation & Supply Chain Improvement

• Manage supply allocation to maximize customer service levels and order fulfillment.
• Review demand forecasts against customer orders and adjust supply allocation accordingly.
• Drive supply chain improvement initiatives, process optimization, data analytics, and planning efficiency projects.

Import & Export Planning

• Oversee import and export planning, shipment scheduling, and customs compliance.
• Ensure timely product deliveries while optimizing logistics costs.
• Monitor inventory levels of imported products and maintain service level commitments.

Performance & Business Planning

• Develop planning reports and dashboards to support management decision-making.
• Analyze demand and supply trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and recommend corrective actions to improve supply chain performance.

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply planning team.
• Manage departmental budget, KPIs, and operational performance.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams on strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement and digital transformation across supply planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in Supply Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience managing multiple teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred industry experience in Automotive, Tire, Industrial Manufacturing, Consumer Products/FMCG, Electronics, or other large-scale manufacturing businesses.
• Strong expertise in:
  • Supply & Production Planning
  • Inventory Management
  • Demand & Supply Planning
  • Supply Allocation
  • Import & Export Operations
  • Budget Management & Cost Control
  • Supply Chain Process Improvement
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, and OHSAS 18001 management systems is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, leadership, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Good command of English.