Supply Chain Demand Planner

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Supply Chain Demand Planner to join our Oil & Gas, Energy practice. The ideal candidate will be responsible for demand planning, forecasting, inventory optimization, and end-to-end supply chain planning while driving operational excellence through digital transformation and AI-enabled solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership capabilities, ERP expertise, and the ability to create measurable value propositions for clients by improving supply chain efficiency, visibility, and responsiveness.

Role & responsibilities

• Develop and manage demand forecasting and planning processes to ensure alignment between business requirements and supply chain capabilities.
• Lead and mentor a team of 5 to 10 supply chain professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Operations, Logistics, Finance, and Sales to improve forecast accuracy and inventory availability.
• Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.
• Analyze demand trends, consumption patterns, market dynamics, and supply constraints to support strategic decision-making.
• Design and implement inventory optimization strategies to reduce working capital while ensuring material availability.
• Leverage ERP systems and advanced planning tools for demand planning, supply planning, and inventory management.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives by integrating AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, and automation into planning processes.
• Develop client-centric value propositions that improve service levels, operational efficiency, inventory turns, and cost optimization.
• Identify opportunities for process standardization, innovation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain landscape.
• Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor forecast accuracy, inventory performance, service levels, and planning effectiveness.
• Support transformation and consulting engagements within the Oil & Gas industry by providing supply chain expertise and best practices.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's/masters degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, IBF, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Chain Transformation.
• Experience within Oil & Gas, Energy, Manufacturing, Chemicals, or Process Industries preferred.
• Proven experience leading teams of 5 to 10 members.
• Experience in managing large-scale planning and transformation programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and client engagement capabilities

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of:
• Demand Planning
• Supply Planning
• Inventory Optimization
• S&OP / IBP Processes
• Forecasting Models and Analytics
• Supply Chain Performance Management
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms such as:
• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP IBP / APO
• Oracle ERP
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, or similar planning solutions
• Familiarity with:
• AI and Machine Learning applications in Supply Chain
• Advanced Analytics and Predictive Forecasting
• Digital Supply Chain Technologies
• Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or equivalent analytics tools