Manager Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning

AI overview

Lead demand planning and forecasting accuracy, optimize inventory across the supply chain, and mentor your team to ensure product availability while minimizing excess.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Manager – Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning with a strong background in the CPG/FMCG industry to lead demand planning, forecasting accuracy, and inventory optimization across the supply chain. This role is critical in aligning sales, marketing, and supply teams to ensure optimal product availability while minimizing excess inventory and obsolescence.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end demand forecasting processes across multiple product categories and SKUs
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve statistical and judgment-based forecasting models
Drive S&OP / IBP cycles by collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams
Translate demand plans into actionable inventory and replenishment strategies
Monitor and improve forecast accuracy (MAPE, Bias) and inventory KPIs (DOH, Fill Rate, Service Level)
Manage safety stock levels to balance service levels and working capital
Analyze demand drivers including promotions, seasonality, new product launches, and market trends
Lead scenario planning and risk mitigation for demand volatility and supply constraints
Mentor and manage demand planning / inventory planning team members
Work closely with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics to ensure smooth execution
Prepare executive-level reports and insights for senior leadership decision-making

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
8–10+ years of experience in Demand Forecasting, Inventory Planning, or Supply Planning
Mandatory experience in CPG / FMCG industry with high SKU complexity
Strong hands-on experience with S&OP / IBP processes
Proficiency in forecasting and planning tools (SAP APO / IBP, Oracle, Anaplan, Kinaxis, or similar)
Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI / Tableau is a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
OPD
Training and Development

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

Health Insurance: Health Insurance
Other Benefit: Training and Development
Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off