Full-Time
Raw Materials Planner
ExxonMobil
10,001+ employees
Global fuel producer, distributor, stations network
No salary listed
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
In Person
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- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Research (or related fields such as Applied Mathematics/Statistics)
- Minimum 3 years or more of experience post-secondary school graduation
- Proficiency with extracting information from ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle) and utilize MS Excel to generate data insights
- Minimum 3 years relevant work experience in supply chain network or supplier management
- Experience supporting supply chain activities for large scale operations preferred (particularly in Oil & Gas and FMCG)
- Experience managing a supplier relationship supporting large-scale supply chain network
- Minimum 2 years' of experience supporting supply chain activities for large scale operations within the Oil & Gas/Consumer Packaged Goods/Fast-moving consumer goods industry
- Minimum 2 years' of experience with demand and/or supply and planning processes for either inbound materials or finished products
- Experience managing/supporting large-scale supply chain network or relevant manufacturing
- Understand Supply Chain Fundamentals and Supply & Demand Principles
- Proficient in SAP Systems and MS Excel knowledge is critical
- Function effectively in a team environment, including virtual environments
- Strong background in statistics and/or analytics
- Strong judgment, including ability to make quality decisions
- Strong persuasion / communication skills / influence without direct authority
- Experience in supply planning roles in Petrochemical, FMCG, CPG, Manufacturing (petrochemical), E -Commerce preferred
- Experienced in petrochemical production/manufacturing process preferred
- Experienced in conducting analyses and providing data driven recommendations for S&OP processes
- Ability to work independently and without direct supervision
- Effectively interface with internal functions and external parties
- Experienced in conducting analyses and providing recommendations for supply planning problems using
- Proficiency with both spoken and written in English
- Strong and effective interpersonal skills
- Responsible for the planning and execution of uninterrupted, cost-efficient supply of raw materials to support production schedules, minimize inventory costs, and maintain high-quality standards
- Manage the procurement, inventory, and supply of raw materials required for finished products production
- Ensure a consistent, cost-effective supply of quality materials to meet productions schedules, minimize inventory costs, and support seamless manufacturing operations.
- Coordinate, communicate, align
- Coordinate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure timely availability and delivery of raw materials
- Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve supply issues, schedule changes,and cancellations
- Monitor and communicate inventory status, supplier performance, and key supply chain metrics
- Plan and execute raw material supply process
- Develop and maintain accurate raw material inventory plans aligned with production schedules
- Manage and mitigate raw material supply disruptions (planned or unplanned)
- Drive supplier business continuity plan and ensure robustness
- Monitor inventory levels, track material usage, and adjust plans to prevent shortages or excess stock
- Monitor and adjust for production volume, demand, and purchasing trends to forecast material requirements
- Generate and adjust purchase orders in collaboration with suppliers, ensuring materials meet quality and specification standards
- Utilize designated systems to maintain up-to-date data and optimize inventory management
- Drive and execute raw material inventory accuracy processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs for raw materials
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to material handling.
- Manage requisition and order flows for timely supply of raw materials for production
- Ensure supplier order confirmations and monitor deliveries/arrival. Manage deviations
- Manage inbound vessel planning where relevant, comply with rolling forecasts frequency requirement, ensure close monitoring of ad hoc change needs, coordinate with regional advisor and other internal stakeholders (e.g. internal supply department, logistics department)
- Facilitate planning between manufacturing site, logistics, and relevant supply department regarding vessel nominations and timing with clear understanding of site operational boundaries and processes for vessel selections and arrival windows through collaboration with manufacturing site teams (plant & documentation requirements, annual purchase for surveyor services, etc.)
- Report forecasts as agreed, and track supplier(s)' non-conformances, managing load balances to avoid congestions
- Ensure regular and timely planning and requisitions/orders/adjustment for all required raw materials scheduled for production and ensure supply parameters are accurately reflected in planning system
- Resolve stock low/out for raw materials. Adjust shipments to meet production requirements, escalate to relevant impacted parties (e.g. production, regional advisors)
- Closely collaborate with others (e.g. Production planning and scheduling, Manufacturing, Suppliers, Procurement) to ensure timely raw materials availability minimizing costs (e.g. demurrage, surplus) AND stock reconciliation processes execution
- Work with suppliers (internal & external) on planned/unplanned disruptions and ensure availability for production and 3rd party sales
- Single point of contact for manufacturing plant during raw material supply disruptions and act on related mitigations
- Maintain raw material stock strategy and adjust planning system parameters in-line with demand/product changes. Maintain relevant costs information for regional optimization processes
- Work with Procurement and others to continuously improve cost of goods, cost, and/or reliability
- Point of contact for new or obsolete raw material including site approval and inventory depletion
- Job location is Bengaluru
- SAP IBP/APO, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis
- Tableau and/or Power Bl for visualization
- Power Query, Excel
- Knowledge of R and/or Python for scripting is preferred
- Strong performer with ability to prioritize work strategically and independently while also functioning well within a global, virtual team
- Proven self-starter with strong collaboration and influence management skills; able to work effectively with all levels of the organization
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Experienced in supplier management or with petrochemical manufacturing background
- Perseverant and resilient in the pursuit of objectives; willing to take on new challenges
- Improve mindset; able to anticipate future opportunities and adept at evaluating new opportunities objectively
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, including conceptual capabilities
- Customer oriented mindset and focus
ExxonMobil operates a global network of Exxon and Mobil fuel stations offering gasoline, diesel, motor oil, and convenience-store items to individuals and commercial customers, and it also supplies wholesale fuels. Customers purchase fuel and related products at stations, use loyalty programs, and may add services like car washes; Alexa voice-pay options are available at many stations to speed transactions. The company differentiates itself with a vast, vertically integrated retail and wholesale network, broad loyalty programs, and technology-enabled payments. Its goal is to provide reliable energy and fuel access worldwide while delivering value through a wide range of services and payment options, maintaining leadership in the energy sector.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
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Headquarters
Irving, Texas
Founded
1866
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Banyu Urip field exceeds Plan of Development, reaching 200,000 bpd versus 165,000 target.
- Permian production targeting 1.8 million oil-equivalent barrels daily in 2026 with minimal capital.
- Higher oil prices added $2.9 billion earnings boost in Q1 2026 despite disruptions.
What critics are saying
- Strait of Hormuz closure eliminates 750,000 bpd Middle East production, erasing 15% output.
- Qatar and UAE assets face 3-5 year repair timeline, representing 3% global production loss.
- Shareholder returns prioritized over production growth invites antitrust probes and forced output mandates.
What makes ExxonMobil unique
- Guyana and Permian assets deliver record production with sub-$35/barrel breakeven costs.
- Golden Pass LNG Train 1 achieved first production in March 2026, diversifying revenue.
- AI-powered automation optimizes Permian and Guyana operations, reducing costs and improving reliability.
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Exxon Mobil shares fell sharply on 8 April despite strong quarterly performance, as US-Iran ceasefire talks eliminated the energy sector's "war premium". Brent crude dropped to its lowest level in nearly a month as the two countries began negotiations in Pakistan. The company disclosed that disruptions in Qatar and the UAE would reduce first-quarter global oil-equivalent production by approximately 2% compared to the fourth quarter of 2025. These Middle Eastern assets represent about 12% of Exxon's total oil production. Preliminary earnings showed approximately $5 billion, or $1.20 per share, compared to adjusted earnings of $7.3 billion in the fourth quarter. Higher oil and gas prices could boost upstream earnings by roughly $1.4 billion, but downstream earnings face a $5.3 billion hit from timing effects related to derivatives and conflict-delayed cargoes.
ExxonMobil has told the SEC that producing its annual Form 10-K requires roughly 20,000 employee hours over six weeks, characterising it as a "considerable undertaking" during the regulator's review of Regulation S-K. However, a return-on-investment analysis reveals the compliance cost is minimal compared to the value it generates. Including legal, executive and board costs, the total 10-K production cost is approximately $15 million — just 0.005% of ExxonMobil's $332 billion 2025 revenues and 0.052% of its $28.8 billion net income. The company spends more on capital investment in a single business day than on the entire compliance exercise. Meanwhile, academic research shows public listing commands a 20-25% premium over private companies. Applied to ExxonMobil's $648 billion market capitalisation, mandatory disclosure through the 10-K enables $130-162 billion in shareholder value — delivering a 19,000-to-1 return on compliance costs.
Exxon Mobil disclosed approximately 6% of global output was lost during the first quarter due to the Iran conflict disrupting Persian Gulf operations, with half the impact from a liquefied natural gas facility in Qatar. Two LNG trains were damaged by Iranian missile strikes, with no clear repair timeline. The company expects a $3.7 billion sequential decline in its energy-products division, though management characterised the impact as temporary. Higher commodity prices are providing offset, with estimated gains of $2.1 billion from crude and $400 million from natural gas. Excluding timing effects, per-share earnings were higher quarter over quarter. The Persian Gulf typically accounts for one-fifth of Exxon's global output. The disruption follows recent growth projects and acquisitions that had lifted production by over 30% in the past three years.
Exxon Mobil shares have surged 34% year-to-date as the Iran conflict pushed Brent crude above $100 per barrel, disrupting traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries one-fifth of global oil and LNG flows. However, XOM stock plunged 5% on 1 April following reports the conflict may end soon, marking its worst single-day drop in over a year. The US International Development Finance Corporation launched a $20 billion maritime reinsurance programme to restore confidence and resume oil tanker traffic. Exxon's fourth-quarter earnings showed EPS of $1.71, beating estimates by 2%, with revenue of $82.31 billion. Net income reached $6.5 billion, though net income growth contracted 14% amid margin pressure. The company currently trades at a premium valuation with a trailing P/E of 23 times.
As the US-Israel war with Iran enters its fifth week, American defence contractors and oil companies are reaping substantial profits whilst consumers face surging petrol prices approaching $4 per gallon. Defence stocks have surged, with Lockheed Martin jumping 25% this year after winning a contract to triple missile seeker production. Oil companies including ExxonMobil, Shell and Chevron have seen share prices rise over 20% as US crude nearly doubled from $65 to over $110 per barrel following Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. US oil producers could gain an additional $63 billion in profit, according to Rystad Energy. The situation mirrors 2022's Russia-Ukraine crisis, when global oil companies made $916 billion whilst American consumers faced record $5 per gallon petrol prices and 9% inflation.