Hiring a proactive Supply Inventory Planner to monitor KPIs, streamline processes, and enhance inventory performance.
04th March, 2026
Job Overview
The Regional Supply Inventory Planner will contribute to supply planning and inventory management for the region, ensuring processes are standardized, inventory levels are optimized, and APS tools are effectively utilized. This role involves close collaboration with regional and global teams to maintain service levels, manage working capital, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Activities
Manage exercises for supply planning and setting inventory norms (lead time, safety stock, inventory health) for the region
Support implementation and adoption of APS tools and inventory dashboards (e.g., SONAR)
Define allocation processes for constrained materials in alignment with Global CoE and regional supply chain strategy
Provide an overview of active ingredient planning to ensure alignment with strategic supply priorities
Participate in leadership meetings (regional, sub-regional, global) to review supply and inventory status, risks, and corrective actions
Drive process improvements and standardization to enhance supply planning excellence
Tactical Activities
Execute S&OP processes with sub-regional/country SCM and global CoE; align orders to demand and stock norms
Analyze excess inventory, NCM, and SLOB reports; implement corrective actions with regional teams
Align production plans with inventory needs through coordination with plant planners in manufacturing sites
Collaborate with demand planning, procurement, logistics, and commercial teams to balance inventory health and service levels
Ensure accuracy in order entries and system integrity; oversee forecast updates in APO in collaboration with commercial teams
Support source additions and coordinate with procurement for timely onboarding of new sources
Internal
Manage purchase-to-pay (PTP) responsibilities, including purchase orders and plans based on local inventory and sales forecasts
Operational Activities
Monitor inventory levels and implement corrective actions for excess/short orders across countries
Conduct raw material stock reviews and track inventory-to-sales trends to minimize write-offs
Drive operational reviews and provide inputs on demand shifts, supply disruptions, and corrective actions in S&OP forums
Oversee local warehousing and logistics operations, including physical inventory counts and reconciliation
Ensure accurate inventory projections and manage obsolete/slow-moving inventory within working capital guidelines
Key KPIs
OTIF (Customer/Plant)
Inventory Quality (NCM, Excess, SLOB) & Value (NOD, Stock compliance)
SONAR & APS Utilization including adoption metrics
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial, Chemical, Production, Mechanical), Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, or related fields
A master's degree in supply chain / Operations / Industrial Engineering is an added advantage
3-7 years in supply planning, inventory management, or S&OP within a global/regional context
Proficiency in APS tools, SONAR dashboards, and advanced planning systems
Good understanding of inventory optimization, safety stock strategies, and working capital management
Familiarity with global S&OP/IBP processes and ability to influence decisions at senior leadership forums
Strong proficiency in data analytics, planning tools, and ERP systems; strong Excel and visualization skills
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills to collaborate across commercial, supply, and global teams
Ability to support change management and process standardization across diverse geographies
Strategic thinking with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Willingness to travel regionally/internationally for key reviews and stakeholder engagement