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Job Description: Manager - Demand PlanningWHAT WE DO AND WHO WE AREJoin the dynamic team at Wholsum Foods and be part of an extraordinary movement! Our mission is simple: to change the world's eats. With brands like Slurrp Farm and Mille, we offer healthy and delicious alternatives to the junk food epidemic. It's time to rediscover the nutritious traditions of our ancestors and embrace the power of millets like Ragi, Jowar, Bajra, and Foxtail Millet.Led by founders - Shauravi Malik and Meghana Narayan, we are food enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and mothers committed to making a difference. We're expanding globally and seeking talented individuals who thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and high-growth environment. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey where you can grow professionally while having a blast!At Wholsum Foods, we celebrate diversity and unity, all driven by a shared mission to revolutionize the way we eat. Our team is our greatest asset, and our core values—Relationship First, Dependable, Passionate, and Growth Mindset—bring out the best in each team member. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace, embracing individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Together, we will redefine the future of food!We are also Great Place to Work Certified.WHAT WILL YOU DO AT WHOLSUM FOODS?The Demand Supply Planning Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to optimize inventory and maximize service levels. This role requires a professional with a track record of success in demand planning, supply chain planning, inventory management, and logistics. The successful candidate will have strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills and will be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high growth environment. The Demand Supply Planning Manager should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.Key Responsibilities:- Developing effective forecast models based on past trends and demand patterns - Proposing and implementing solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy - Successfully communicating forecast and inventory estimations to management - Addressing demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner - Scheduling regular forecast review meetings with stakeholders - Maintaining demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy - Coordinating with inventory team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels - Create weekly / monthly production plansQualifications:- Bachelor's in Engineering or Graduate's Degree in Operations or Business - 6-8 years prior experience in Demand and Supply Planning, preferably in FMCG - Data analytics, problem solving and stakeholder influencing skills - Comfortable running budgets, business case development, and supply chain exercises - Knowledge of forecasting and replenishment methodologies & familiarity with planning tools. Also, he/she should be able to lead implementation of such tools into the system. - Able to prioritize tasks on the pipeline and strive for continuous improvement - Fluent in Word / Excel / Powerpoint - Experience with ERP implementation and customization preferredWHAT WILL YOU GET?- Fast paced growth in the startup FMCG space. - Mentorship from senior people / board members / in house experts - Ability to think strategically.Location: GurgaonStarting Date: Position open immediatelyWholsum Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.