Sr Capacity Planning Lead

Cisco • Carlsbad, CA

373d

About The Position

The Sr Capacity Planning Lead at Cisco will be a pivotal member of the Silicon Manufacturing Operations team, responsible for managing supplier relationships, forecasts, and supply plans for Cisco Silicon One™ products. This role is integral to ensuring alignment between production schedules and demand forecasts, while collaborating with various teams to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of capacity planning processes.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in capacity planning, supply chain management, or a related field within the semiconductor or technology industry.
• Experience with silicon manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Experience with data analysis and forecasting techniques.
• Experience with capacity planning software and tools.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present data and strategies to senior management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in planning and reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced planning tools.
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry trends and challenges.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement silicon capacity planning strategies to ensure alignment with production schedules and demand forecasts.
• Build, manage, and communicate long range supplier forecasts, consume commits, and generate constrained supply plans.
• Collaborate with product demand and supply planners to gather inputs, validate parameters, and load leveling strategies.
• Partner with hardware planning teams to identify constraints and implement strategic plans to eliminate bottlenecks and deliver to customer requirements.
• Identify potential risks in supply and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
• Generate regular reports on silicon capacity, usage, and inventory levels for executive management and partners.
• Continuously evaluate and improve the capacity planning processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop and sustain relationships with suppliers in support of capacity negotiations and timely delivery of data and product.

Benefits

• 10 days off each year for volunteer work
• Inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed