Supply and Demand Planning Manager

Trackonomy•San Jose, CA

10h

About The Position

This position will establish and drive improvements in both the S&OP process and master production scheduling process to ensure that factory output matches customer demand in the short-term and long-term while carrying minimum effective inventory. The Supply and Demand Planning Manager will work closely with Sales and Marketing to determine customer demand and supply chain, production planning and manufacturing to produce a plan consistent with total factory capacity and the sales forecast. The qualified individual must be able to facilitate complex planning for all aspects of production and possess substantial product, plant, process and market knowledge as their actions have a significant impact on customers, material and capacity planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, business administration or a related field required
5-10 years of experience in materials management, manufacturing, operations, or hardware development
Strong planning background in the materials, manufacturing and engineering environment
Forecasting and inventory management skills. Extremely proficient with establishing planning parameters (MOQ, safety stock, reorder points, etc.)
Experience developing succinct, crisp executive summaries and presenting to leadership
Results oriented - has a track record for delivering results, takes ownership and is accountable
Excellent analytical skills with spreadsheet tools
Demonstrated ability to establish business process issues and drive process improvement
Thorough understanding of a manufacturing business and supply chain
Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes.
A demonstrated background in low volume and high mix manufacturing.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Ability to clearly express oneself verbally and in writing in the English language. Communicate effectively with employees and other business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities
Able to positively manage situations of a dynamic nature; to be able to modify plans, actions, and decisions considering changing situations and circumstances while still meeting, or proposing modified, deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to be accurate, detail-oriented, and to remain calm in stressful situations.
Excellent customer focus with a high sense of urgency
Proficient in MS office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Ability to drive forward solutions in ambiguous situations with limited supervision
Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve
Motivated, detail-oriented, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, work across multiple teams, and drive complex schedules, assess priorities, and identify gaps
Organizational skills to manage transactional details
Experience using MRP / ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred)
Professional certification by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) preferred

Responsibilities

Integrate sales orders, forecasts, and business priorities into the Master Production Schedule, coordinating raw materials, equipment, labor, and capacity to meet customer delivery commitments.
Analyze risks and constraints within the Master Production Schedule, including manufacturing lead times, labor availability, equipment capacity, and material supply, and develop mitigation plans.
Work closely with Sales and Finance to align on forecast plans
Maintain raw material and finished goods inventory at target levels to ensure high service levels
Ensure ERP accuracy across planning and inventory transactions; improve data quality, planning processes, and reporting visibility to support strong decision-making.
Identify inventory reduction opportunities which can translate into projects which deliver a specific savings amount
Support inventory accuracy activities including periodic inventory counts and auditing
Lead the production planning team in developing and maintaining daily and weekly production schedules that balance customer requirements, inventory targets, and manufacturing efficiency.
Analyze, organize, record and publish weekly and/or monthly graphs for planning and purchasing key performance metric indicators
Lead short- and long-term planning strategy for the department, ensuring alignment with company goals and operational capabilities.
Use sound judgment and creative problem-solving to navigate tradeoffs across customer demand, capacity, inventory, and service performance.

Benefits

Employee value proposition champions your growth through varied responsibilities and a commitment to innovation.
Opportunities to evolve professionally in a company that reshapes both industries and individuals.
Connection & Community: You're essential to Trackonomy's mission, and every team member is regarded as a founder.
Collectively, our goal is to make a lasting impact on the world, making every endeavor at Trackonomy a meaningful journey.
Growth & Development: Dive into diverse roles and learn from our seasoned leaders.
Your potential and passion define your trajectory here.
We value innovation and offer unparalleled opportunities, making your career journey transformative.
At Trackonomy, your growth is multifaceted.
Collaborate and learn directly from senior leaders across various departments.
Here, your potential—fueled by capability, passion, and results—determines the scope of your role.
At Trackonomy, merit and opportunity outweigh mere experience.
It's a level playing field, offering unique opportunities not found elsewhere.
Impact: Trackonomy is dedicated to impactful tech solutions that better our world.
From fire prevention to enhanced security, our innovations don't just change industries; they save lives.
Join us to be part of meaningful change.