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Role - Manager – Inventory Planning & Sourcing Location: Mumbai Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and strategic Inventory Planning & Sourcing to lead and optimize our end-to-end inventory Management for our fast-growing D2C brand. This role will oversee procurement, inventory management, while ensuring operational agility, cost efficiency, and exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate brings deep functional expertise, strong leadership skills, and a passion for building customer-focused, scalable inventory management systems. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Strategy - Build and execute procurement plans aligned with business demand and channel forecasts (website, marketplace, retail). - Manage vendor relationships for raw materials and packaging, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and continuity of supply. - Drive negotiation strategies, supplier onboarding, contract management, and supplier audits. - Collaborate with global procurement teams for raw material allocation, price benchmarking, and supplier performance improvement. - Ensure adherence to ISO and regulatory standards. Inventory & Demand Planning - Lead inventory planning across multiple fulfillment channels, ensuring optimal stock coverage and minimizing working capital. - Analyze sales data and forecasts to inform procurement cycles and production planning. - Monitor inventory health (DOH, aging, shrinkage), proactively resolving supply bottlenecks. - Develop agile replenishment models for both local and export markets. - Maintain Daily, Monthly Reporting cadences and reports to facilitate inventory count, and stock in hand / Transit for Mis purposes. Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Demand planning and Procurement planning or relevant field; MBA preferred. - 8+ years of experience in demand planning roles, preferably in D2C, e-commerce, or consumer goods. - Strong knowledge of multi-channel demand models especially digital commerce, marketplaces, and global fulfillment. - Proven track record of managing procurement, forecasting, logistics, and vendor development. - Experience working with Unicommerce/Shopify/ Zoho systems and analytics tools like power bi. - Trained in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. - Analytical mindset, data-driven approach, and a hands-on operator. - Excellent communication and team leadership skills. - Fluent in English.