Manager - Operations Digital CoE Lead 1

Role & responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of supply chain planning and automation solutions

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales) to understand business requirements and design appropriate solutions

• Manage end-to-end project execution, including design, testing (UAT), and system rollout

• Ensure seamless integration with SAP and other enterprise systems

• Drive automation across key supply chain processes such as demand planning, S&OP, supply planning, and inventory management

• Enable data-driven decision-making through scenario analysis and insights

• Manage vendors and implementation partners, ensuring timely and quality delivery

• Monitor system performance, user adoption, and drive continuous improvements

• Ensure adherence to governance, approvals, and compliance requirements within systems

• Track project budgets, licenses, and vendor-related activities

• Implement and enhance Demand Forecasting, S&OP, Supply Planning, and Inventory Optimization systems

• Automate planning processes across procurement, manufacturing, and distribution

• Identify process gaps and drive digital initiatives across operations .

• Enable data-driven decision-making and advanced analytics capabilities Manage stakeholder communication and ensure successful project delivery

• Monitor system performance, resolve issues, and drive improvements

• Ensure effective master data governance and data quality

• Provide training, documentation, and user adoption support

• Undertake additional automation and transformation projects as required

• Manage existing systems deployed for automation of operations

Preferred candidate profile

1- Minimum 5- 8 years of experience in Supply Chain / Planning / Automation roles

2. Strong knowledge of Demand Planning, S&OP, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization

3. Experience in APS tools (o9, Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, etc.)

4. Experience in SAP ECC / S4HANA integration

5. Strong project management and stakeholder management experience

6. Exposure to FMCG / Food industry supply chain

7. Experience in AI/ML-driven planning or optimization solutions

8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

9. Strong Functional knowledge on SAP MM & PP (Material Requimrement Planning)

Interested candidates can share resume on [email protected].