Material Planning Lead

Role & responsibilities

• Expertise in Import and Domestic Raw Material Planning.
• Strong understanding of BOM (Bill of Materials).
• Knowledge of Exim policies, customs regulations, overseas documentation, and freight cost calculations.
• Experience in GIT (Goods in Transit) monitoring and reconciliation.
• Ability to coordinate with freight forwarders and transporters effectively.
• Capable of handling overseas and domestic suppliers independently.
• Well-versed in inventory control and DOH (Days on Hand) management.
• Proficient in leading ECN (Engineering Change Notice) related activities.
• Skilled in managing slow-moving parts inventory.
• Experience in supplier management, especially OTD (On-Time Delivery) and OTIF (On-Time In-Full) metrics.
• Familiar with supplier packaging, bin and pallet management.
• Ability to lead cost-saving initiatives in logistics.
• Experienced in handling IATF/ISO/TS audits.
• Knowledge of managing shelf life parts inventory and raw material planning.
• Capable of managing job work supplier processes and inventory reconciliation.
• Involved in green supply chain initiatives.
• Able to reconcile freight costs efficiently.
• Exposure to handling 2000+ BOP (Bought-Out Parts).
• Experience in managing inter-company and trading business cases.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 -11 years of experience in material planning across Import, Export, and Domestic operations.
• Education: B.Tech or MBA in Material Management.

IT Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office (Intermediate level).
• 5+ years of experience in SAP MM module.
• Familiar with Tally.

Preferred candidate profile

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Proven team player.
• Ability to align with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• High sense of accountability and ownership.