Relationships
Internal:
Sourcing, QA, Design, Merchandising, Retail, Finance, Support Teams
External:
Vendor Partners, Consultant, Third party Agencies

Position Purpose and Summary
As the Manager of Production Planning & Control, you will be the central orchestrator of our supply chain, translating product indents into supply plans. This is a strategic role that requires a blend of analytical rigor, cross-functional leadership, and a forward-looking mindset. You will be responsible for ensuring that our production capabilities are perfectly synchronized to cater to market demand, optimizing inventory levels to maximize service while minimizing costs. By collaborating extensively with S&OP;, sourcing, merchandising, and logistics teams, you will be the driving force behind operational excellence, ensuring product availability and contributing directly to our overall business success.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Understanding the demand through S&OP;
- Understand the demand from S&OP; and communicate the same to Vendor partners for capacity Booking/alignment.




- Use forecasting tools and AI-driven models to improve accuracy.
- Inventory Management
- Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Avoid both overstocking and stockouts.
- Leverage ERP systems for real-time tracking and visibility.
- Supply Planning
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to align production schedules with demand.
- Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
- Balance capacity constraints with retail requirements.
- Supplier Coordination
- Work closely with suppliers through Sourcing team to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Manage lead times and mitigate risks of supply disruptions.
- Negotiate and maintain service level agreements (SLAs).
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Use analytics tools to evaluate supply chain performance.
- Identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
- Support decision-making with actionable insights.
- Risk Managemen

📌 Sr. Manager (Maharashtra)
🏢 Aditya Birla Group
📍 Maharashtra