Demand Planner

Company DescriptionDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations Each of our 24 000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Cant Wait We started in 1984 with a modest investment 20 employees and a bold vision Today we have research and development centres manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries For nearly four decades we have stood for access affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science progressive people practices and robust corporate governance As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption we see an opportunity to strengthen our core further the next steps and to build the future the new bets xe2x80x98The Next and the New is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice purpose-driven future-ready and sustainable Our aim is to reach over 1 5 Bn patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people planet and purpose helping us conserve precious resources serve our patients create value for stakeholders give back to society fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparencyDr Reddys maintains a work environment free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer We are committed to employ nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race colour religion nationality sex age disability status genetics sexual orientation gender expression citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law s of the country we operate in We treasure every talent and recognize merit and diversity in our organization Drive the LE discussion with Marketing during the forecasting cycle in Kinaxis Review system generated statistical forecast evaluate weekly monthly sales patterns discuss with sales team and finalize next 12 months forecast for all SKUs in Kinaxis Ensure Sales OTIF levels by understanding predicting demand and ensuring timely availability of stocks as per expected orders at CFAs Master and Transactional data management in Kinaxis SAP for Demand Planning and distribution Back-end coordination with supply planning Clearly communicate market requirements to supply planner understand production plan and ensure optimum stocks to service all expected orders Ensure minimum back orders Understand technical challenges of product manufacturability if any and participate in resolving issues and ensure supplies Product life cycle management Understand mega brands current trend position in the market line extensions and requirements flow to back end and coordinate with CFTs for timely implementation Logistics Planning Coordinate with Logistics team and ensure smoothing functioning of the distribution tool for timely availability of stocks at CFAs Determine the modes of logistics Air FTL Surface and ensure the product are dispatched as per that mode only in order to maximize freight savings without impacting availability Inventory Management Ensure inventory of Finished goods at GDC CFAs are as per the norms Review buffer Target stock level at various supply chain nodes transit times maintain the same into SAP system Special Projects Timely implementation of regulatory changes such as Artwork revision as per new D C act NLEM implementation Evaluate Institution orders forecasting process for serviceability QualificationsMBA preferably from Tier-1 2 B schoolsExperience 6 to 8 years of relevant experience Mandatory Skills Planning Know-how - ERP Kinaxis MS Office SAP R 3 MM PP SD understanding of Supply Chain conceptsAdditional InformationGlobal Manufacturing Organisation GMO At Dr Reddy s Laboratories we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation With a legacy of excellence we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad Vizag Baddi Mexico Shreveport and Mirfield comprising 8 OSD facilities 3 Injectables facilities and 8 API facilities Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1 150 drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology Cardio-vascular Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally Hyderabad as part of its Global Lighthouse Network We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive meeting business imperatives and meeting our ambitious ESG goals Building such xe2x80x98factories of the future is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future Benefits Offered At Dr Reddys we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs The benefits you will enjoy at Dr Reddys are on par with the best industry standards They include among other things and other essential equipment joining relocation support family support Maternity Paternity benefits learning and development opportunities medical coverage for yourself and your family life coverage for yourself Our Work Culture Ask any employee at Dr Reddys why they come to work every day and theyll say because Good Health Cant Wait This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives and were always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit And to do this we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system they can make magic For more details please visit our career website at https careers drreddys com