Rajeesh Rajendran
Demand And Supply Planning Manager
Sam Phran,73
Summary
Seasoned Planning Manager with 18 years of experience steering enterprise-wide planning initiatives aligned with strategic business objectives. Proven expertise in data analysis, inventory control, and long-range forecasting within dynamic manufacturing environments
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Demand Planning Manager
NAN YANG TEXTILE GROUP
05.2024 - Current
- Managed a team of planners, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure their professional development and success in meeting departmental goals.
- Interacted with sales and marketing teams to understand demand forecast drivers.
- Managed inventory flow to meet inventory turn goals.
- Identified, reported and managed significant variances between forecasted sales, budgets and business plans.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure consistent material availability based on projected demands, minimizing production delays due to shortages or stockouts.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration with production teams to strategically allocate demand across multiple sites, optimizing resource utilization, and operational efficiency.
Production Planning Manager
NAN YANG TEXTILE GROUP
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed the garment planning process utilizing Fast React Systems to drive efficiency, streamline production workflows, and meet the delivery targets.
- Improved inventory management practices, resulting in reduced waste and optimized stock levels.
- Coordinated with logistics teams for timely distribution of finished goods minimizing transportation costs and maximizing customer satisfaction.
Deputy Manager
WFB BAIRD INDIA PVT LTD
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Develop and manage production schedules for weaving, dyeing, and finishing processes to ensure the timely delivery of fabric orders.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, procurement, and production, to align planning with business goals.
- Analyze demand forecasts, and allocate workloads across machines and shifts accordingly.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the SAP ERP Production module, driving process standardization, and operational efficiency across manufacturing operations.
Production Supervisor
Kitex Limited
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
Quality Assurance Officer
Century Denim
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Facilitated effective communication between departments regarding quality matters, fostering a collaborative working environment.
- Conducted evaluations to identify weak areas and identify problematic issues while promoting corrective methods.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai, India 04.2001 -
TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY - TEXTILE AND APPAREL
CENTRAL POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
TRIVANDRUM ,INDIA 04.2001 -
Skills
Supply chain optimization
Sales forecasting and operations alignment
Analytical forecasting skills
Strategic production planning
Fast React
SAP PP Module
Advance Excel
Timeline
Demand Planning Manager
NAN YANG TEXTILE GROUP
05.2024 - Current
Production Planning Manager
NAN YANG TEXTILE GROUP
07.2022 - 04.2024
Deputy Manager
WFB BAIRD INDIA PVT LTD
08.2011 - 06.2022
Production Supervisor
Kitex Limited
01.2010 - 07.2011
Quality Assurance Officer
Century Denim
05.2007 - 12.2009
BBA - Business Administration
Madurai Kamaraj University
04.2001 -
TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY - TEXTILE AND APPAREL
CENTRAL POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
04.2001 -