Senior Specialist - SCM
Join Autoliv as Senior Specialist - SCM: lead end-to-end demand planning and order fulfillment, drive 100% on-time delivery, optimize inventory, and elevate cross-functional supply chain ...
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Demand Planning Manager to lead end-to-end customer order management and demand planning activities. The role ensures product availability, accurate order processing, and on-time fulfillment while driving supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Order Management & Fulfillment
Receive, review, and process customer orders (EDI, portal uploads, or manual entry)
Maintain accurate order data in ERP/MRP systems
Track OE and spare deliveries to ensure 100% delivery assurance
Communicate confirmed delivery dates and manage expedites or changes proactively
Demand Planning & Production Coordination
Lead production planning for modules, cushions, and laser components
Collaborate with production planners and material planners to ensure raw material availability
Balance production efficiency with customer requirements to minimize excess inventory and obsolescence
Ensure schedule adherence and aligned production execution
Customer & Performance Management
Monitor customer KPIs such as OTIF and delivery performance
Drive corrective actions to improve service levels and eliminate line stoppages
Ensure 100% on-time delivery for spares and serial parts
Maintain customer satisfaction through proactive communication and execution
Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination
Coordinate outbound shipments with logistics and warehouse teams
Support returnable packaging flows and transportation optimization
Ensure no consignment remains in GIT beyond 7 days
Continuous Improvement & Analytics
Maintain MIS reports for cross-functional visibility
Participate in root cause analysis for delivery or planning issues
Implement preventive measures and drive continuous improvement in planning accuracy and supply chain efficiency
Support initiatives to improve inventory turns and days of supply
Key Deliverables
100% on-time delivery for spares and serial parts
Zero obsolescence
High customer satisfaction
No consignment in GIT beyond 7 days
Improved inventory turns and days of supply
Strong schedule adherence
Effective PPC leadership
What We’re Looking For
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
Experience
10–11 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, or production planning
Functional Skills
Strong knowledge of supply chain management and capacity planning
Experience in SIOP, supplier scheduling, and material resource planning
Strong customer relationship and communication skills
Proven team management experience
Behavioral Competencies
Drive customer focus
Global perspective
Cultivate innovation
Sound decision-making
Execution excellence
Accountability and collaboration
Ability to engage, inspire, and develop people
Build trust and influence stakeholders
Personal Attributes
Curious and innovative thinker
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Languages
English (required)
Hindi and Marathi (preferred)
Why Join Us
Opportunity to lead critical supply chain operations
Work in a global automotive environment with high impact on customer delivery
Exposure to end-to-end planning, logistics, and operational excellence
Continuous learning and growth in a performance-driven culture
We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
- Function
- Logistics
- Locations
- Autoliv Inflators India Pvt Ltd (INRA), Pune
Autoliv Inflators India Pvt Ltd (INRA), Pune
Workplace & Culture
Culture and Work Environment
At Autoliv, the vision of saving more lives guides and motivates our work.With a mission to provide world-class solutions to this end, we constantly seek new ways of working and question existing standards to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
And we do this through Autoliv's key behaviors:
👉 Take Ownership
👉 Collaborate
👉 Add value
👉 Make it Easy
👉 Be curious.
About Autoliv India
Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.
At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.
Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.