Supply Planning Manager

Cisco•San Jose, CA

About The Position

As a Global Component Planner, you will be responsible for end-to-end component supply planning for specific commodity to ensure Cisco meets its global revenue targets. You will work cross-functionally with Supply Chain Operation teams to drive supply continuity, collaborative planning, and navigate complex technology lifecycles.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience with Materials Management, Supplier Relationship Management and/or Supply/Demand Planning
Experience and knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
Experience with data analysis, data analytics and data modeling

Responsibilities

Design and execute end-to-end global supply plans for related commodities, including integrated co-planning initiatives with key suppliers.
Partner with global hub operations to optimize inbound fulfillment modes.
Own the inventory decision-making process, ensuring all actions align with Cisco’s "Weeks of Supply" (WOS) strategy and financial goals.
Proactively identify and resolve component shortages through agile communication and rapid problem-solving with regional partners and global suppliers.
Utilize advanced analytical and collaborative techniques to manage and mitigate Excess & Obsolescence (E&O) risks while maximizing total revenue potential.
Cultivate strong partnerships with Global Supplier Management (SuCM) and external vendors to ensure commodity-specific strategies are aligned with Cisco’s business requirements.
Lead the commodity supply response to volatile industry transitions.
Coordinate closely with Engineering, Hubs, and Suppliers to manage qualifications and ensure successful New Product Introduction (NPI) ramp-ups.
Drive alignment across extended partner teams—including Finance and Business Units—to ensure a synchronized approach to component planning and supply chain resilience.

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
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
plus 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 determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
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 from one calendar year to the next
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
performance-based incentive pay