Assistant Manager, Demand Planning, Farm PBU

Role Overview: As an Assistant Manager - Demand Planning for the Farm business, you will be responsible for creating and managing accurate demand forecasts across the Indian market. You will analyze market trends, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and drive the S&OP process to ensure optimal product availability and inventory levels. You will work for a global leader in the tire manufacturing industry with a strong presence across multiple continents, representing a trusted farm tire brand known for innovation, durability, and customer satisfaction. Your role will involve working alongside dynamic, high-performing professionals to drive demand planning excellence and business growth. Key Responsibilities: - Demand Forecasting - Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and relevant business drivers to develop accurate demand forecasts across products and regions. - Develop, maintain, and enhance statistical models and demand planning tools to predict future demand and identify patterns and trends. - Support the creation of short-term and long-term demand forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and changing market conditions. - Data Analysis & Reporting - Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to generate insights into demand patterns, seasonality, product performance, and market dynamics. - Prepare and deliver regular reports on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and supply chain performance for key stakeholders across supply chain, sales, and finance teams. - Continuously monitor demand and supply variations and provide actionable insights to proactively mitigate risks and support decision-making. - Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams - Collaborate closely with supply chain, marketing, sales, and finance teams to align demand planning with business strategies, promotions, and seasonal fluctuations. - Act as a data and analytics expert during demand planning discussions, providing data-driven insights and recommendations for inventory optimization and production planning. Qualifications Required: - Experience - Minimum of 5 years of experience as a data analyst in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related field. - Hands-on experience with demand forecasting, statistical modeling, and data analysis in a fast-paced environment. - Familiarity with inventory management principles and core supply chain concepts. - Technical Skills - Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R. - Experience working with demand planning software or ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. - Strong understanding of statistical forecasting techniques, including time-series analysis, regression analysis, and machine-learning-based forecasting methods. - Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent platforms. - Education - Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field. - Master's degree is desirable. (Note: The additional details of the company have been omitted as they were not present in the provided job description.) Role Overview: As an Assistant Manager - Demand Planning for the Farm business, you will be responsible for creating and managing accurate demand forecasts across the Indian market. You will analyze market trends, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and drive the S&OP process to ensure optimal product availability and inventory levels. You will work for a global leader in the tire manufacturing industry with a strong presence across multiple continents, representing a trusted farm tire brand known for innovation, durability, and customer satisfaction. Your role will involve working alongside dynamic, high-performing professionals to drive demand planning excellence and business growth. Key Responsibilities: - Demand Forecasting - Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and relevant business drivers to develop accurate demand forecasts across products and regions. - Develop, maintain, and enhance statistical models and demand planning tools to predict future demand and identify patterns and trends. - Support the creation of short-term and long-term demand forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and changing market conditions. - Data Analysis & Reporting - Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to generate insights into demand patterns, seasonality, product performance, and market dynamics. - Prepare and deliver regular reports on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and supply chain performance for key stakeholders across supply chain, sales, and finance teams. - Continuously monitor demand and supply variations and provide actionable insights to proactively mitigate risks and support decision-making. - Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams - Collaborate closely with supply chain, marketing, sales, and finance teams to align demand planning with busine