Designation: Demand Planning Manager

Location: Ahmedabad

Key Responsibilities -
Demand Forecasting & Planning
Develop SKU-level demand forecasts using statistical models, historical data, and market inputs.
Incorporate sales trends, seasonality, promotions, and current product launches.
Continuously improve forecast accuracy and reduce bias.
FSNE (Rapid, Slow, Non-Moving, Excess) Management
Monitor and classify inventory across FSNE buckets.
Drive actions to reduce slow-moving and excess inventory.
Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to liquidate non-moving stock.
Work with supply planning to prevent overstocking and obsolescence.
S&OP; Process Management
Own demand inputs into the monthly S&OP; cycle.
Align cross-functional stakeholders on demand plans.
Highlight risks, opportunities, and demand assumptions.
Ensure demand plans are aligned with financial and supply plans.
Data Analysis & Insights
Track forecast accuracy (MAPE, bias) and identify root causes.
Analyze category trends, consumer behavior, and channel performance.




Provide actionable insights for business decision-making.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Planning teams.
Integrate GT, MT, and D2C demand drivers into planning.
Support business teams with demand-related insights and reports.
Inventory & Service Level Optimization
Ensure high service levels while controlling inventory costs.
Reduce stockouts and avoid excess inventory situations.
Monitor inventory health metrics and recommend corrective actions.
Recent Product Planning (NPD)
Create initial forecasts for new launches in personal care categories.
Track performance vs plan and refine assumptions post-launch.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Forecast Accuracy (MAPE & Bias)
FSNE Inventory Reduction (especially Slow/Non-Moving/Excess)
Service Levels / Fill Rate
Inventory Turns & DOI
Demand Plan Adherence

Qualifications & Experien

📌 Manager Demand Planning Ahmedabad
🏢 Marico
📍 Ahmedabad