Demand Planner

About the role

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between multiple sites and cross-functional teams to gather and consolidate demand data.
• Collect and analyze demand inputs, including Sales Orders, customer forecasts, market trends, and historical sales data.
• Aid in developing reports and metrics that track and monitor all goals and objectives related to demand planning, forecasting, and SIOP execution.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Program Management Office, and Engineering teams to understand customer requirements, market dynamics, and upcoming opportunities.
• Develop and maintain an accurate demand plan that encompasses the next 18-24 rolling months, incorporating inputs from internal stakeholders and external factors.
• Maintain and track demand changes, proactively identifying potential risks and opportunities for adjustment.
• Participate in SIOP meetings to review and adjust demand plans based on business priorities, market conditions, and operational capabilities, and help in leading the monthly demand review.
• Communicate demand forecasts and related insights to stakeholders across the organization, providing recommendations for inventory management and production planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of demand planning processes across multiple sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Relevant experience in planning, operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Proven experience in demand planning or a similar role within the aerospace and defense industry, preferably supporting multiple sites.
• Familiarity with Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and methodologies.
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly in demand management and inventory management modules.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and best practices, including inventory optimization and risk management.
• Proficiency in demand planning software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and embrace new technologies and tools to improve demand planning processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Relevant experience in planning, operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Proven experience in demand planning or a similar role within the aerospace and defense industry, preferably supporting multiple sites.
• Familiarity with Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and methodologies.
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly in demand management and inventory management modules.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and best practices, including inventory optimization and risk management.
• Proficiency in demand planning software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and embrace new technologies and tools to improve demand planning processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Skills

• Knowledge of aerospace and defense industry regulations, market dynamics, and customer requirements is a plus.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results.
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of demand planning and supply chain management.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to different sites as required.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Pay

The salary range for this role is $84,000 - $156,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Schedule

9/80 Regular (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off)