Sr. Supply Demand Planner

TalentBurst, Inc.

Sunnyvale, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$79.10–$79.10 Per Hour

SKILLS

Actuals, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Sets, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Follow Through, Forecasting, Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Inventory Management, Leadership, Load Planning, Manufacturing, Marketing, Materials Planning, Mathematics, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Research, Oracle Database 9i, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle, Product Lifecycle Management, Product/Service Launch, Productivity Model, Profit & Loss, Regulations, Root Cause Analysis, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Sales, Sales Operations, Statistical Modeling, Strategic Planning, Supplier Optimization, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Time Management

LOCATION

Sunnyvale, CA

POSTED

21 days ago

Job Title: Sr. Supply Demand Planner
Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Onsite 3 days
Duration: 06+ Months

Job Description:
We are looking for team members with very strong analytical skill sets, manufacturing/supply chain experience, to participate and lead in the SIOP planning process. The SIOP planning function is an excellent way to broaden your experience, skills and network of colleagues, while leveraging knowledge on large data sets to compute demand and supply plans to meet customer demand and maintain inventory targets. We measure this through various metrics such as Forecast accuracy, Inventory health, Sales Plan v Actuals, Build Plan vs Actuals, First Pass Fill Rates etc.

Key Responsibilities include (not limited to):
Planning - Financial/Material and Strategic Planning
Analytics - Build and maintain analytical models for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supply planning
Financial Planning - Translate demand and supply plans into financial impact (revenue, margin, inventory, working capital)

Lead/participate in cross-functional team meetings/ SIOP process to develop best in class demand plan and optimum supply plan
Facilitate and drive collaboration with Marketing, Sales Operations, Finance team members to develop monthly/quarterly forecasts over mid-term and long-term.
Partner with NPI/ Engineering/ Marketing teams to understand product lifecycle/ buffer strategy, develop robust plans to enable new product launch and product end of life (EOL) planning.
Review and make improvements to statistical forecasting models, to drive best- in-class demand forecast accuracy
Analyze data output, historical shipments/ consumption for any modifications required based on product segmentation.
Understand/ manage safety stock/ inventory targets for various regions/ plants
Partner with manufacturing, planning, regulatory and facilities teams to understand and drive buffer strategies to enable building moves and plan for regulatory restrictions.
Understanding of Capacity Models (lines/shifts, line efficiencies, head count and material lead times/constraints)
Develop capacity and material constrained build plan through cross functional collaboration with various partners (Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain)
Scenario planning for different Demand and Supply scenarios, understand & articulate the different options and impact
Represent their product families and present relevant data/ charts in the cross-functional SIOP meetings
Load plan to enable Manufacturing and Supply Chain execution
Monitor performance to plan, e.g. forecast versus actuals, and drive corrective actions/ mitigation plans
Support other planning activities such as Long-Range Forecast Creation, Excess & Obsolete reduction etc.
Drive improvements to Key Performance Indicators such as Forecast accuracy, on time in full (OTIF), Backorder, Finished Goods Inventory Attainment through root-cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration
Subject matter experience to participate and lead projects to improve operational efficiency & profitability goals
Troubleshoot and help resolve MPS/MRP issues for demand propagation; Participate in key projects, testing and go-live.

Qualifications
Core Competencies
Analytical Rigor: Data-driven, model-savvy, and meticulous about assumptions and governance.
Decision Quality: Balances service, cost, and risk; proposes clear scenarios and trade-offs.
Execution Excellence: Delivers on commitments; strong follow-through on corrective actions.
Collaboration & Influence: Brings teams together; aligns priorities across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and QA/RA.
Adaptability & Resilience: Thrives amid evolving demand signals, supply constraints, and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Improvement: Standardizes processes, reduces variability, and improves signal fidelity.

Desired Education / Skillsets/ Qualifications
MS/MBA with minimum 6+ yrs relevant experience; Degree in Engineering, Math/Finance, Operations Research, Supply Chain highly preferred.
BS with minimum 8+ yrs relevant experience; Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Research, Finance, IE, Engineering highly preferred.
Analytical rigor / Data/ problem solving skills
Supply Chain/ Planning Domain experience
Product Life-cycle Management (New product introduction, End of Sale)
Expert in MS Office applications Excel and .ppt
Familiarity and/or ability to work with Advanced Planning applications Like IBP, Oracle, O9 etc. and SAP ERP to create scalable processes
Leadership, communication and executive presentation skills to share insights/ gain consensus

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2002

WEBSITE

http://www.talentburst.com/

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