Lead - Area Material Planing

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimum inventory levels to support uninterrupted site operations.
• Monitor material consumption trends and prepare rolling forecasts based on maintenance schedules and breakdown requirements.
• Coordinate with site teams to identify future material requirements and ensure timely availability.
• Procurement Coordination & Vendor Management Coordinate with procurement teams for timely sourcing and procurement of planned materials.
• Follow up with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Support vendor development initiatives and alternate vendor identification to improve service levels and optimize costs.
• Assist in cost reduction initiatives through demand consolidation, alternate materials, and commercial negotiations.
• Warehouse Operations & Inventory Control Ensure proper inventory management and stock accuracy across area warehouses.
• Monitor SAP transactions including Goods Receipt (GR), Goods Issue (GI), Material Transfers, Rejections, and Return Materials.
• Ensure completion of GRIR activities within prescribed timelines.
• Conduct periodic physical stock verification and reconciliation with system inventory.
• Coordinate internal and external audit compliance related to warehouse functions.
• Logistics Management Coordinate material movement between sites, warehouses, vendors, and regional stores.
• Ensure timely dispatch and receipt of critical materials.
• Optimize logistics planning to reduce transportation costs and improve service levels.
• Support commercial documentation related to transportation and material transfers.
• Maintain accurate material master data and inventory records.
• Monitor aging inventory, non-moving stock, and excess inventory and initiate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal audits, statutory requirements, and company guidelines.
• Review, MIS & Reporting Prepare weekly and monthly MIS reports related to inventory, material consumption, procurement status, and stock availability.
• Analyze inventory trends and provide recommendations for improving inventory turnover.
• Participate in periodic reviews with SCM, OMS, and Finance teams.
• Support management with data-driven decisions for inventory optimization and cost control.

Requirements

• Qualification Education Diploma / B.E. (Mechanical / Electrical / Production / Industrial Engineering or equivalent)
• Experience 07 to 12 Years in Material Planning, Inventory Management, Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain Management, or Procurement.
• Material Planning & Forecasting
• Inventory Management & Control
• SAP MM Module Knowledge
• Vendor Coordination & Development
• Warehouse Management
• Logistics Management
• Cost Optimization & Zero-Based Costing
• Negotiation Skills
• Strong Analytical & MIS Reporting Skills
• Knowledge of WTG Spares and OMS Operations
• Good Understanding of Manufacturing Processes
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Team Management & Stakeholder Coordination

Role details

Job Requisition Form (JD) – Lead Area Material Planning Position Name: Lead - Area Material Planning Department: SCM (Supply Chain Management) Work Location: OMS Site / Area Location Reporting To: State Materials Head – OMS (Functional) Administrative Reporting: Area Incharge Grade: As per Organization Structure Number of Positions: 1 Key Responsibilities

Material Planning & Inventory Management Ensure effective planning and forecasting of WTG spares, consumables, PM materials, and critical components for OMS sites.

SAP & Process Compliance Ensure adherence to SCM policies, inventory control procedures, and SAP discipline.