Manager – Operations – FMCG

• Provide a 3-month demand outlook to procurement, factory operations, and supply chain teams.
• Release the S&OP calendar monthly, ensuring key activities are completed on time.
• Finalize sales forecasts with inputs on schemes, promotions, price changes, and market trends.
• Communicate forecast exceptions to operations, procurement, and import/export teams.
• Ensure monthly S&OP meetings with active participation and adherence to set processes.
• Maintain 75%+ forecasting accuracy for aggregate demand.
• Oversee new product launches, ensuring supply chain readiness and inventory alignment.
• Identify S&OP process improvements and implement system/process-based Postgraduate: 2-5 years OR Undergraduate: 4-7 years from top colleges.
• Experience in Supply Chain & Operations-demand, supply, production planning, or S&OP.

Must-Have Skills

• Self-starter with strong initiative and accountability.
• Decision-making ability with ambiguous data.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication & influencing skills at leadership levels.
• Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, and Excel.

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