Business Architect - Supply Chain Planning
About The Position
The Supply Planning Business Architect owns the "Planning Transformation," a key initiative within Cisco’s Supply Chain organization. This team is responsible for unifying demand and supply planning processes to support Cisco’s evolving organizational model. As a transformation leader, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and IT, driving innovation and strategic alignment. The team thrives on bridging business and technology to deliver impactful supply chain solutions. In this role, you will drive the re-writing of Cisco’s planning playbook, establishing a framework to guide operations for years to come. You will lead the integration and deployment of agentic AI capabilities, transforming advanced technology into practical supply chain applications. By working with stakeholders across the organization, you will align strategic goals with architectural changes to deliver measurable business outcomes. Your work will include translating business strategy into capability requirements, benchmarking processes against industry best practices, and serving as the critical liaison between Business and IT.
Requirements
- 10–12 years of supply chain experience with expertise in at least two of the following areas: Supply Chain Planning, Scheduling, Backlog Management, S&OP, NPI, Inventory Management, Manufacturing Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, or Purchasing.
- 5+ years of dedicated project/program management experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or related.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels, including senior leadership.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive consensus.
- Shown experience in modeling business processes using industry-standard tools and techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree preferred
- APICS or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- Strong enterprise-wide perspective on business strategy, supply chain processes, capabilities, and governance.
- Experience in planning and deploying complex business and IT initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Drive the re-writing of Cisco’s planning playbook, establishing a framework to guide operations for years to come.
- Lead the integration and deployment of agentic AI capabilities, transforming advanced technology into practical supply chain applications.
- Align strategic goals with architectural changes to deliver measurable business outcomes.
- Translate business strategy into capability requirements.
- Benchmark processes against industry best practices.
- Serve as the critical liaison between Business and IT.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- paid parental leave
- short and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
- 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
- performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
