Demand & Inventory Analyst
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About the role
About the Role
Position Title: Demand & Inventory Analyst
Reporting to: Sr. Manager Demand Planning
Department: SCM
Location: Nerul, Navi Mumbai
Key Responsibilities
Analyze historical sales, forecast trends, and customer demand patterns.
Prepare monthly and quarterly demand forecasts in coordination with Sales and Business teams.
Monitor inventory levels of RM, PM, FG, and Trading items to ensure optimum stock availability.
Track slow-moving, non-moving, and excess inventory and recommend liquidation or optimization actions.
Coordinate with Procurement and Production teams for material planning and replenishment.
Review safety stock levels and suggest revisions based on consumption trends and lead times.
Prepare MIS reports related to inventory, forecast accuracy, stock coverage, and consumption trends.
Identify gaps in planning and recommend process improvements.
Support S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) activities.
Monitor inventory ageing and working capital impact.
Maintain accurate master data in ERP/SAP systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for new product implementation and phase-in/phase-out planning.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good understanding of demand planning and inventory management concepts.
Knowledge of forecasting techniques and inventory control.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and ERP/SAP systems.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Attention to detail and data accuracy.
Educational Qualification
Qualification: BE/Btech/MBA
Experience
Exp: 4-6 Years in Planning, weightage to be given for Demand Planning Exp & analytical skill sets.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Forecast Accuracy
Inventory Turnover
Stock Availability
Reduction in Slow/Non-Moving Inventory
Inventory Days Coverage
Working Capital Optimization
Your Skills and Experience
Qualification: BE/Btech/MBA
Why Join Us
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
About Sika
Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2025, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion.
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