Assistant Manager for Demand Planning & Logistics

Company Description

Being associated with the textile industry for almost 100 years, Bhilosa incepted and breathed its first air of passion in 1989. The idea was to effect an exponential change in the Indian Polyester Industry. Bhilosa is proud to have a long list of customers, both domestic and overseas. Business Development for us is all about developing lasting relationships, which eventually result in a win-win situation for our clients and us. We are one of the largest exporters of Draw Textured Yarn from India. The Company exports to over 55 countries with its network of manufacturing facilities and sales and marketing offices, Bhilosa can serve key customers in all of the world's major textile and apparel regions. Bhilosa has built two huge plants with state-of-the-art facilities at Rakholi and Naroli in Silvassa powered by modern technology, equipment, and systems.

With a keen focus on quality, Bhilosa products are also manufactured in enormous quantities. Having increased our overall production capacity we can now produce the same qualitative products in the quantity of your choice. Here is our broad range of products on offer:

- Draw Texturized Yarn

- Fully Drawn Yarn

- Air Textured Yarn

- Partially Oriented Yarn

- Master Batch

- Circular Knitted Fabric

- Warp Knitted Greige Fabric

- Polyester Staple Fiber

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Executive for Demand Planning & Logistics at BHILOSA INDUSTRIES PRIVATE LIMITED in Mumbai. The Senior Executive will be responsible for managing demand planning and logistics activities, ensuring efficient supply chain operations, coordinating with suppliers and vendors, analyzing market trends and customer demand, and optimizing inventory levels. The role also involves developing and implementing strategies to improve demand forecasting accuracy, reduce lead times, and enhance overall supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing purchase orders and monitoring delivery dates
• Data entry related to day to day activities and maintaining reports
• PO creation in SAP & maintain charges related to the same
• Ensuring adequate, consistent & timely supply of material at any given point of time
• Follow up with foreign suppliers for the shipping documents i.e. invoice, packing list, insurance copy, COO, BL/AWB etc.
• Following with internal team for license copies & status, declaration, check list / BOE, GATT, custom duty payment, forwarder nomination, CHA for clearance of cargo within time, ICD for container movements etc.
• Demand planning and forecasting skills, supply chain management
• Inventory management and procurement
• Experience in analysing market trends and customer demand
• Identify opportunities to improve demand planning processes and systems.
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing demand planning capabilities
• Oversee inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize excess inventory
• Logistics and transportation management (Majorly Imports & a very few volumes of certain local transport)
• Establish and maintain relationships with logistics service providers, suppliers, and partners
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and conditions
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of logistics partners to ensure service quality
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of logistics functions
• Oversee the planning and execution of logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution
• Monitor and manage logistics performance metrics and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards
• Implement best practices in logistics and supply chain management
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products to meet requirements at plant operations level
• Address and resolve any logistics-related customer issues or complaints promptly
• Maintaining current knowledge of external factors that could affect availability of goods and pricing. Examples include : applicable import regulations | taxes | tariffs | political & economic situations in the countries of origin | international trade regulations | Inco-Terms

Skills Required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other relevant software
• Knowledge of SAP MM is an added advantage
• Previous experience in demand planning and logistics roles
• Should be self motivated to learn and evolve and should be willing to put that level of efforts in learning
• Person must have a strong focus on his or her goal and that should
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Sound knowledge of inco-terms
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in supply chain management
• Any diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or EXIM

Experience

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in Logistics or Supply chain management and / or demand planning
• Knowledge of Supply chain management / Logistics & Demand Planning both will be an added advantage

Working Conditions

• Full-time position based in the company’s head office
• Fast-paced environment with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving business goals
• Work in a team environment

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