Associate Demand Planner

As an integral part of Penumbra's manufacturing process, you will organize demand inputs to create forecasts that support the company’s corporate strategy and production/sales objectives. You will interface between internal and external stakeholders to manage demand internationally.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Marketing and Sales teams to understand customer/market demands and develop monthly revenue/non-revenue SKU-level forecasts for both near-term and longer-term horizons.
• Communicate regularly with Supply Planning and Production teams to align on consensus plans and ensure timely and optimal execution.
• Use supply chain tools/software (ANAPLAN) to collaborate with Corporate Strategy and Marketing to align Marketing forecasts with Financial Forecasts.
• Support supply chain readiness for new product introductions.
• Conduct supply chain analytics to continuously drive inventory and planning efficiency improvements for International Distribution Centers.
• Help plan and manage inventory levels for optimal inventory deployment, ensuring inventory meets service level requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and update reports/tools to support monthly planning and forecast processes, including ANAPLAN, TABLEAU, PowerBi, and Excel.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of supply chain experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• APICS, ISM, CPM, CSCP, or CPIM certification preferred.
• Experience with PowerBi preferred.
• Experience with Supply Chain planning processes: S&OP, Demand Planning, and Forecasting.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP in Manufacturing, Inventory, and Supply Chain functional modules.
• SAP knowledge and experience with business intelligence software (Tableau) a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools; ANAPLAN experience a plus.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• General office and cleanroom environments.
• Willingness and ability to commute to the Alameda office when needed.
• Business travel from 0% - 10%.
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
• Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment for extensive periods.
• Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels daily.

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000/yearly. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Eleven paid company holidays per year.
• A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, increasing with tenure.
• Paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).
• Equity program, when applicable.