Saurabh Kumar

About Saurabh Kumar

I have completed PGDIE from IIM Mumbai (NITIE) with specialization in supply chain…

Experience

1. Demand & Distribution Planning

   MANKIND PHARMA LTD

   Mar 2024 — Present · Delhi, IN

   Roles & ResponsibilitiesLead demand planning for Consumer Division (₹930 Cr turnover) and Pharma BUs, managing ~600 SKUs across 30 CFAsAnalyze statistical forecasts generated using 15 algorithms in o9 and finalize consensus forecast through collaborative planningDrive cross-functional alignment with 320+ stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, BU Heads, and Supply PlanningSpearhead monthly demand review meetings with 150+ stakeholders to reduce bias and improve forecast reliabilityIdentify inventory optimization opportunities and coordinate with Supply Planning for pre/postponement decisionsActively contribute to S & OP discussions to enhance visibility and forecast accuracy for Consumer Division from 47% to 72%Improved forecast accuracy for Pharma BUs from 67% to 79% and sustained performanceReduced over-forecasting bias by 5%, unlocking ~₹65 Cr inventory optimization opportunity; enabled ₹25 Cr reduction within 4 monthsLed implementation and change management of o9 Demand Planning module; increased stakeholder adoption from 14% to 92%Recognized as “Rising Star – ADAPT” for contribution to Supply Chain Digital ChatGPT (EGPT) integration for supply chain queries, enabling marketing teams to access real-time insights on stock status, NPD launch plans, and forecast alignmentBuilt structured use cases and integrated data sources to enhance planning visibility and decision support