Planning Manager

Lead the end-to-end planning function, including Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, Material Planning, and Inventory Management.Drive the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, and Logistics.Develop accurate demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and business insights.Build and maintain optimized production plans aligned with manufacturing capacity and customer demand.Ensure the availability of raw materials and packaging materials while maintaining optimal inventory levels.Monitor inventory performance and implement actions to reduce excess stock, slow-moving items, and stock-outs.Analyze planning KPIs and continuously improve forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and customer service levels.Identify supply risks, capacity constraints, and develop proactive mitigation plans.Lead and develop the planning team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.5-7 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Planning within the FMCG or Food & Beverage industry, including at least 3 years in a managerial role.Strong experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Management, and S&OP.Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.