Global Supply Demand Planner

CAIRE•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a medium-sized global leader in biomedical products seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Global Supply Demand Planner to join our team. This role supports the execution of material planning, supplier coordination, and demand forecasting processes to ensure smooth production and inventory flow across global operations. The position emphasizes hands-on planning, data analysis, ERP-based execution, and cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate is analytical, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a role in supply chain, demand planning or inventory management, preferably in our industry.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written as oral.
Sound time management skills, ability to work under pressure, balancing different, sometimes conflicting, priorities and goals.
Proficient in planning software and ERP tools
Fluent in Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in business administration or APICS certification is a plus.
2 years of working experience with Oracle JD Edwards is a plus
Experience utilizing AI in work processes is a plus.
2 years of working experience in medical device industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage global supply demand planning, ensuring alignment across all regions to optimize material movements, production schedules, and inventory strategies.
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts, continuously adapting plans based on changes in forecast, production schedules, market conditions, and business strategies.
Prepare and analyze data for Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings, ensuring alignment between sales forecasts, inventory levels, and production capabilities.
Utilize MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and DRP (Distribution Resource Planning) principles to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, set safety stock targets, and recommend replenishment quantities to minimize shortages and reduce costs.
Monitor global inventory levels and support balancing supply with demand. Assist in managing safety stock, reorder points, and supply signals to reduce shortages and excess.
Work closely with procurement, production, customer service, and logistics teams to ensure plan execution and issue resolution. Participate in new product introduction (NPI), product change, and phase-out planning.
Use ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, Oracle) for planning transactions and reporting. Leverage Excel and Tableau for reporting, data analysis, and performance tracking.
Identify potential supply chain disruptions and develop proactive contingency plans to mitigate risks, ensuring timely product delivery across regions.
Leverage AI tools to optimize demand forecasting, inventory management, and process automation, improving accuracy and efficiency within the global supply chain.
Provide delivery commitments to internal and external customers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products by managing inventory and production schedules effectively.