Manager Demand Planning, Farm PBU

As a Demand Planner for the Consumer Tire Business, you will be responsible for creating and managing accurate demand forecasts, analyzing market trends, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure product availability and optimized inventory levels across the Indian market.

Key Responsibility Areas
 

🔹 Demand Forecasting and Data Analysis

• You will analyze historical sales data, market trends, and external factors to develop accurate demand forecasts for products and regions.
• You will develop and maintain statistical models and demand planning tools to predict future demand and identify trends.
• You will assist in creating short-term and long-term demand forecasts aligned with company objectives and market conditions.
• You will collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to uncover insights related to demand patterns, seasonality, product performance, and market dynamics.
• You will generate and deliver regular reports on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and supply chain performance to stakeholders.
• You will monitor demand and supply variations, providing actionable insights to mitigate risks.
• You will collaborate with supply chain, marketing, sales, and finance teams to align demand planning with business strategies, promotions, and seasonal fluctuations.
• You will act as a data expert in demand planning meetings, offering data-backed insights and recommendations.

🔹 Inventory Optimization and Process Development (40%)

• You will support inventory management by analyzing stock levels and ensuring optimal inventory to meet customer demand while minimizing overstock and stockouts.
• You will recommend adjustments to inventory strategies based on demand trends, seasonality, and product lifecycle.
• You will continuously evaluate and improve demand planning tools, processes, and methodologies.
• You will assist in the implementation and optimization of demand planning software and systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• You will collaborate with IT and data teams to integrate new data sources into demand planning models and enhance forecasting accuracy.

🔹 KPIs and Continuous Improvement (20%)

• You will track key performance metrics such as forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, demand variability, and order fulfillment rates.
• You will develop dashboards and visualizations to monitor and report on KPIs.
• You will analyze root causes of demand forecast errors and collaborate with teams to improve accuracy.
• You will implement best practices and innovative approaches in demand planning and forecasting.

Qualifications & Skills

• You hold a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• You bring 6+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management.
• You have strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical modeling and forecasting tools.
• You have experience with ERP/Demand Planning systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• You are proficient in advanced Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau preferred).

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to Goodyear.com.
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.