Senior Manager – Demand & Resource Planning

Role: Senior Manager – Demand & Resource Planning Location: Hyderabad Industry Preference: Office Furniture/Glass/Lights/Architectural solutions/Landscape solutions/corporate interior/Real Estate/E-commerce/Building Materials About Gamlaa Bioscapes: Gamlaa Bioscapes ( ) is a pioneering company specializing in innovative bioscape solutions that enhance living environments with nature-inspired designs. We are committed to delivering exceptional client value through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technologies. Role Objective Drive forward-looking forecasting and integrated demand planning , translating it into complete execution readiness across: Materials (plants, planters, accessories) Manpower (project teams, maintenance crews) Vendor sourcing & capacity Ensure zero revenue loss or execution delays due to planning gaps , while optimizing working capital and margins (CM1 / CM2) . Key Responsibilities 1. Sales & Demand Forecasting Build rolling forecasts (weekly/monthly) using pipeline, project schedules, AMC cycles, and seasonality Create city-wise demand visibility across projects and services Continuously track and improve forecast vs actual accuracy 2. Demand to Material Planning Translate demand into BoM-linked material plans : Plants (live inventory) Planters, irrigation, and accessories Align material readiness with execution timelines Drive backward planning (execution date → procurement readiness→ Supply chain readiness→ Vendor mapping-> deliveries) 3. Inventory vs Vendor Sourcing Strategy Decide sourcing mix: Inventory utilization vs just-in-time procurement Map and manage vendor ecosystem capacity (nurseries, suppliers) Ensure availability of critical SKUs ahead of demand 4. Manpower Forecasting & Deployment Forecast manpower requirements based on: Project pipeline (installations) AMC/Plant maintenance service workload (recurring demand) Plan city/site-wise deployment, crew sizing, and skill mix Ensure no service or execution delays due to manpower gaps 5. Perishable Inventory & Wastage Control Manage live plant inventory lifecycle Minimize mortality, wastage, and excess stock Ensure just-in-time availability with optimal freshness 6. Revenue & Execution Assurance Identify risks: Material shortages Manpower constraints Provide early warning signals to Sales & Operations Ensure zero revenue leakage due to planning inefficiencies 7. Multi-City Planning & Optimization Build integrated city-wise plans (demand, inventory, manpower) Optimize: Stock positioning (central vs site-level) Inter-city transfers Crew deployment efficiency 8. Systems, Dashboards & Automation Own dashboards for: Forecast vs Actuals Material Readiness vs Pipeline Manpower Utilization Inventory Aging & Wastage Work with ERP (ERPNext/ Procuzy/ Salesforce) + BI tools (Power BI / Zoho Analytics) Drive automation and system-led planning workflows Key Metrics of Success Forecast Accuracy (Sales & Demand) % Projects / Site deployment Delayed due to Planning Gaps Material Readiness vs Demand (%) Manpower Utilization & SLA Adherence Material Wastage % Inventory Turns & Working Capital Days Revenue Loss due to Material / Manpower Gaps CM1 / CM2 Improvement Ideal Candidate Profile 5–10 years in Demand Planning / Sales Forecasting / Supply Chain / Resource Planning Experience in project-based, multi-city, material-heavy operations Exposure to manpower planning / field operations/ Service deliveries Strong analytical skills ( Excel mandatory, BI tools preferred ) Ability to connect forecasting → planning → execution → revenue impact Quick Fit Check You’re a strong fit if you can: Build a forward-looking demand + material + manpower plan Make inventory vs vendor sourcing decisions confidently Demonstrate clear impact on revenue, execution timelines, or cost optimization