Inventory Planner

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Department: Supply Chain

Job Description

ABOUT YOUR ROLE: 

Responsible for daily inventory planning, stock optimization, and material availability. This role requires strong analytical and logical reasoning to balance stock levels, optimize inventory turnover, and ensure seamless supply chain performance. 

• Optimize raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory levels using Oracle ERP to balance service levels and holding costs. 

• Validate demand forecasts against inventory and open orders to prevent stockouts and manage excess inventory. 

• Set and adjust safety stock parameters, reorder points, and replenishment schedules based on usage and lead times. 

• Address inventory supply bottlenecks promptly to prevent disruption to production and delivery schedules. 

• Collaborate with Production, Material Planning, Quality Control, Warehouse, Procurement, and Customer Service teams. 

• Maintain daily/weekly inventory dashboards tracking KPIs (Turnover Ratio, Stockout Rates, SLOB stock) 

• Work independently under minimal supervision to meet assigned KPI targets. 

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU: 

• Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills with proficiency in handling large data files. 

• 2–4 years of experience in Inventory Planning or Supply Chain Management within manufacturing. 

• Sound understanding of inventory principles (Safety Stock, Reorder Levels, ABC/XYZ Analysis, BOM, and Routing). 

• High attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and operational integrity. 

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

Qualifications

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration 

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in inventory or supply chain planning 

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is desirable 

• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP / SCM modules

• Background in Printing, Packaging, or Apparel Labeling manufacturing is an added advantage. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages 

Additional Information

Please note that if you have not heard from the HR Department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.
Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com.