Demand Planning Manager

Description: About the Role We are looking for a Demand Planning Manager who can drive accurate forecasting, data-backed decision-making, and actionable insights to optimize supply-demand alignment. This role is critical in ensuring inventory efficiency, demand visibility, and business growth through strong analytical rigor and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities Demand Forecasting & Planning - Develop and manage short-term and long-term demand forecasts using historical data, trends, and market inputs - Improve forecast accuracy through advanced analytics and continuous refinement - Build and maintain demand planning models and frameworks Data Analysis & Insights - Analyze large datasets to identify demand patterns, seasonality, and growth opportunities - Generate actionable insights to support business planning, pricing, and promotions - Track and report key metrics such as forecast accuracy, fill rates, and inventory turns Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to align demand plans - Integrate inputs from campaigns, product launches, and market trends into forecasts - Drive S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes Inventory & Supply Optimization - Ensure optimal inventory levels to minimize stock-outs and overstock situations - Support supply planning with data-driven demand signals - Recommend actions to improve working capital efficiency Process Improvement & Automation - Identify opportunities to automate forecasting and reporting processes - Implement tools/models to enhance planning efficiency and accuracy - Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes Must-Have - 7-10 years of experience in Demand Planning / Forecasting / Supply Chain Analytics Strong expertise in: - Forecasting techniques & demand planning models - Advanced Excel / SQL / data analytics tools - Proven ability to work with large datasets and derive actionable insights - Experience in S&OP processes and cross-functional planning