Deputy Manager – Supply Planning

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 101 countries around the world and manufactures in over 400 factories. It's more than 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion in 2025.

Reports To :           Manager Supply Planning & Buying

• Supply Planning: 

• Translate demand forecasts in determining what to purchase to meet future needs.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust the Master Production Plan (MPP) and inventory replenishment plans.
• Track plan versus actual, discussion and fix the gaps with manufacturing team.
• Maintain optimal stock levels, prevent shortages, and reduce excess inventory.
• Identify supply shortages or logistics risks, creating mitigation plans to ensure continuity.
• Work with Sales, Operations, and Marketing to align supply strategies with business goals.
• Rough cut capacity planning input to S&OP meet.
• Prioritize work orders, manage production schedules, and adjust for fluctuations in demand.
• Utilize ERP systems (like SAP) to maintain data accuracy and create KPI reports on vendor performance and inventory turnover.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with logistics, sales, marketing, and operations to align on demand forecasts and product lifecycles

Competencies required:

Functional: - Demonstrated broad understanding of purchase and supply chain processes

Behavioral

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage conflicts
• Creating an atmosphere of collaboration & strong ability to work in a team

 

 

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate Any Stream + bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or Operations Management.
• Experience:  5 to 6 Year, Previous experience in supply  planning or inventory management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), advanced Excel, Power BI and data analysis tools.
• Advantage: Worked in lean set up.

Additional Information

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.