## Deputy Manager – Supply Chain Planning **Location:** Gurugram, HR, India **Employment Type:** Full‑time ### Company Overview Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, operating across the entire value chain from farm to fork. With a presence in over 100 countries and about 18,000 employees, LDC works in a matrix structure covering six geographical regions and ten platforms. ### Main Responsibilities | Area | Key Tasks | |------|-----------| | **A. Production Planning** | • Convert sales forecasts into Master Production Schedules (MPS)
• Adjust production goals based on real‑time market/demand changes
• Run Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for raw and packaging goods | | **B. RM & PM Planning** | • Plan procurement requirements for raw materials (crude/refined oil, pulses) and packaging materials based on production plan
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid disruptions
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times, supplier performance
• Work closely with procurement and vendors to align supply schedules | | **C. Demand Planning (FG)** | • Develop SKU‑level demand forecasts using historical data, seasonality, market intelligence
• Lead weekly & monthly demand planning cycles as part of S&OP
• Collaborate with Sales & Commercial for new product launches, promotions, institutional demand
• Track forecast accuracy and improve models | | **D. Supply Planning (Production & Deployment)** | • Translate demand plan into feasible supply plan considering plant capacity, production cycles, lead times
• Coordinate with plant teams for scheduling and execution
• Ensure optimal stock availability across plants, CFA, and JW locations | | **E. Inventory Planning & Optimization** | • Monitor RM, PM, and FG inventory
• Set and track safety stock, reorder levels, days of cover
• Identify/mitigate risks: slow‑moving stock, expiry, conversion opportunities
• Drive initiatives to reduce working capital and improve inventory turns | | **F. Network & Deployment Planning** | • Balance inventory across multi‑location network (plant → CFA → JW)
• Plan stock transfers and deployment based on demand and priority markets | | **G. ERP Systems, Data & MIS** | • SAP (mandatory)
• Advanced Excel & data analysis | | **H. Stakeholder Management** | • Collaborate with Sales & Marketing, Plant/Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance
• Act as central planning coordinator across functions | ### Required Qualifications & Experience - **Education:** B.E./B.Tech (preferred) **or** MBA (Operations / Supply Chain) - **Experience:** Minimum **7+ years** in supply chain planning, preferably in FMCG, edible oil, pulses, or agri‑commodities. - **Technical Skills:** Strong hands‑on SAP experience (mandatory), advanced Excel, data analysis, demand forecasting, inventory planning, S&OP/IBP processes. - **Other:** Proven analytical and problem‑solving abilities; exposure to raw material, packaging material, and finished‑goods planning in a manufacturing setup. ### Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability LDC is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainable value creation for people, partners, communities, and the environment. ### What We Offer - Dynamic international environment with career development opportunities - Inclusive workplace culture - Professional growth and development programs - Employee recognition and wellness programs (confidential counseling, monthly wellness sessions) - Certified “Great Place to Work” status --- *To apply, please follow the company’s application process.*

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