Job Description

Specialist - Sales & Operations Planning

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GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success - come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.



Why join GEA

Job information

Reference Number

JR-0034148

Job function

Supply Chain

Position type

Full time

Site

6&6P, Bommasandra, Industrial Area, Hebbagodi, Hosur Road, Bengaluru- 560099 Karnataka


o Min. 8 years of experience in Production planning & control. o Analytical in nature. o Trained on basic lean concepts would be added advantage. o Proficiency in SAP preferred. o Very good knowledge about basic business processes. o Knowledge about project management would be an added advantage. o MS office like Excel, PowerPoint, Word (Proficient)
Your responsibilities and tasks:Key Responsibilities:

Sales Planning & Management
Develop and implement sales strategies to meet company objectives. Coordinate with regional or segment sales teams to consolidate and validate forecasts. Work closely with key customer accounts to understand forecast fluctuations and support long-term demand visibility.

Operational Planning & Execution
Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to align capacity with demand. Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure demand-supply alignment. Monitor inventory levels and work to reduce excess or obsolete stock. Forecasting & Analytics Lead monthly/weekly demand forecasting reviews. Track forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions as needed. Provide regular reports and dashboards on sales performance, variances, and capacity utilization. Cross-functional Coordination Act as the key liaison between sales, production, logistics, and finance departments. Facilitate communication and ensure timely decision-making across departments. Customer & Order Management Oversee order fulfillment and ensure on-time deliveries. Handle escalations related to order delays, shortages, or capacity constraints. Team Leadership Lead and develop a cross-functional team involved in S&OP activities. Provide coaching and guidance to enhance performance and collaboration.
Your profile and qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. MBA is added advantage. Experience: 7-10 years in sales operations, supply chain, or production planning roles, with managerial experience. Skills: + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Proficient in ERP systems and forecasting tools.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.