Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager

About Kapiva: At Kapiva, we're on a mission to bring the wisdom of Ayurveda into the everyday lives of modern consumers. We combine time-tested Indian wellness traditions with scientific innovation to create nutrition-led health solutions that are natural, effective, and convenient.Our portfolio spans multiple wellness categories including digestion, weight management, diabetes, cholesterol, skin & hair, immunity, and more. Kapiva has built a strong presence across leading e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa and BigBasket, while rapidly expanding its offline footprint through leading retail partners including Reliance Retail, Nature's Basket and Noble Plus.Backed by leading consumer-focused investors including OrbiMed, Fireside Ventures, Vertex Ventures, 3one4 Capital, Sharp Ventures and Jetty Ventures, Kapiva is entering an exciting phase of scale. As we continue to grow, we are building people practices that are as innovative, agile and consumer-centric as the business itself.Role Brief: We are looking for a Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager to lead and optimize supply chain operations, ensuring seamless coordination between manufacturing units, vendor management, inventory control, and demand forecasting. This role demands a strategic mindset, strong analytical abilities, and the capability to drive process improvements while working cross functionally with key stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and business performance.Key Responsibilities: Production Planning & Optimization:• Develop and implement robust production planning strategies to align with business demand and operational goals.• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure optimal production scheduling and capacity utilization.• Identify potential bottlenecks and proactively address challenges in production timelines and material availability.• Oversee planning for seasonal spikes, promotional events, and new product launches, ensuring timely execution.Vendor & Supplier Coordination:• Serve as the primary liaison between vendors and internal teams, ensuring smooth coordinationfor procurement, production schedules, and dispatch planning.• Manage and resolve vendor-related issues such as lead times, delays, quality concerns, and supply fluctuations.• Drive cost optimization and efficiency improvements in procurement planning.Inventory Control & Demand Forecasting:• Oversee inventory levels across multiple warehouses and production units to ensure balance between demand and supply.• Develop and implement inventory policies to reduce stockouts, excess inventory, and obsolescence.• Lead demand planning efforts using historical data, market trends, and sales forecasts to optimize production schedules.• Monitor Material Requirements Planning (MRP) updates, ensuring seamless communication across teams.Process Optimization & Data Analytics:• Utilize data-driven insights and advanced analytics to enhance forecasting accuracy and production efficiency.• Design and implement best-in-class inventory control processes, minimizing waste and improving turnaround times.• Develop key KPIs and dashboards to track supply chain performance, efficiency, and cost - effectiveness.Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Operations, Finance, and R&D to ensure alignment on business goals and production requirements.• Provide senior leadership with insights, recommendations, and reports on inventory health, supply risks, and production efficiencies.• Lead strategic discussions to improve supply chain agility, cost efficiency, and operational resilience.• Support New Product Development (NPD) by ensuring alignment with production and supply chain teamsDesired Candidate Profile: • 5-8 years of experience in Production Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations.• Strong understanding of demand planning, procurement processes, and warehouse operations. • Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and data analytics tools. • Proven ability to analyze complex supply chain challenges and drive process improvements. • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or related industries preferred.