Demand Planning Leader - North America

Philips • Stamford, CT

21h • $177,000 - $282,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead demand planning strategy and execution across North America, aligning forecasts with business objectives, commercial priorities, and end-to-end supply chain operations. The role focuses on improving forecast accuracy, optimizing inventory, increasing customer service levels, and supporting business growth and operational performance.

Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to develop forecasts, identify risks and opportunities, and support Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). Establish governance, metrics, and dashboards to assess planning effectiveness and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. Champion continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, analytics, automation, AI, and other digital technologies. Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to supply chain and demand planning professionals, managing resources and priorities to deliver operational excellence.

This is an office role. Office-based teams work in person at least three days per week. The employee must reside in or within commuting distance of Stamford, Connecticut. Relocation benefits are not provided. U.S. work authorization is required, and sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or at least 6 years with a master's degree, in supply chain management, demand planning, program management, portfolio management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex supply chain initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration, and improving planning and operational performance within a large, matrixed organization.
• Skills in advanced demand forecasting, S&OP, inventory optimization, supply chain analytics, program governance, KPI management, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical capabilities and experience using enterprise planning systems, reporting dashboards, and data-driven decision-making tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations, navigate competing priorities, and build relationships across global and regional teams.
• Collaborative leadership approach and ability to drive change, develop talent, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Must reside in or within commuting distance of Stamford, CT.
• U.S. work authorization; candidates requiring work-visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
• Must be able to perform the stated minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with AI-enabled forecasting, automation, and digital supply chain technologies.
• Professional certifications in supply chain management, project management, or continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead North America demand planning strategy and execution, aligning it with business objectives, commercial priorities, and end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Improve forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and customer service levels.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to develop demand forecasts and identify risks and opportunities.
• Support effective Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
• Establish governance structures, performance metrics, and reporting dashboards for demand planning, forecast accuracy, inventory performance, and supply chain responsiveness.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, advanced analytics, automation, AI, and digital technologies to enhance forecasting, streamline planning, and reduce supply chain costs.
• Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and mentorship to supply chain and demand planning professionals.
• Manage resources, priorities, and initiatives to deliver operational excellence.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program.
• Annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives may be offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager