Head of Planning and Supply Chain Strategy

Head - Planning

 

1. Strategic Planning & Governance

• Define and implement planning strategies, policies, and SOPs aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP / IBP) cycles to balance demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Drive long-term capacity planning for plants, lines, manpower, and critical resources.
• Partner with leadership on growth, expansion, and new product introduction (NPI) planning.

2. Demand & Supply Planning

• Oversee demand forecasting using statistical models and market intelligence.
• Translate demand into master production schedules (MPS) and supply plans.
• Ensure robust scenario planning for demand volatility, supply disruptions, and constraints.
• Manage planning horizons (short, medium, long term) effectively.

3. Production & Material Planning

• Lead production planning and scheduling to meet delivery commitments.
• Optimize MRP / DRP to ensure timely availability of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Maintain optimal inventory norms (RM, WIP, FG) while minimizing obsolescence and excess.
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, QA, and logistics teams.

4. Performance Management

• Own planning-related KPIs:
  • Forecast accuracy & bias
  • Service level / OTIF
  • Inventory turns & DOS
  • Schedule adherence
  • Capacity utilization
• Create dashboards and periodic reviews for leadership.

5. Systems, Process & Digitalization

• Own and enhance ERP / APS planning systems (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, O9, etc.).
• Drive automation, analytics, and planning digitization initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity, master data governance, and planning discipline.

6. People Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing planning team.
• Define roles, skill requirements, and succession plans.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and planning maturity.

Key Interfaces

• Sales & Marketing
• Manufacturing & Engineering
• Procurement & Vendor Management
• Finance
• Logistics & Distribution
• IT / Digital Teams

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Operations (MBA preferred).
• 12–18+ years of experience in supply chain or operations planning.
• At least 5–7 years in a senior planning leadership role.
• Experience in complex manufacturing environments (multi-plant / multi-SKU).

Experience Level

Executive Level