Global Demand Planner
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Bedford, MA · 1 mo ago
Hybrid$59k–$89k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove "Apply today! http://..." etc. Also remove "Compensation And Benefits" heading? We'll treat as Benefits and Pay sections.
We need to preserve all substantive info: location, relocation assistance not provided, must be legally authorized, background check, drug screening. Also description paragraphs. Also requirements list. Also benefits list. Also compensation range. Also schedule: "Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)" and "Environmental Conditions Office". So schedule: Standard Mon-Fri. Environmental Conditions Office maybe part of schedule? Could be separate but we only have Schedule heading; we can include both.
We must not create sections with filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to decide sections: About the role (maybe description), Responsibilities (maybe from description), Requirements (list), Qualifications (maybe education/experience?), Skills (maybe certifications, tools), Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We need to avoid duplication. Let's parse content.
Original text:
"Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Location: Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. DESCRIPTION: As a Demand Planner II on our Supply Chain team, you'll develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operational execution, you'll translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans while leveraging advanced analytics and forecasting tools to support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, you'll manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, facilitate demand review meetings, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You'll analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts while maintaining strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing inventory levels, reducing excess and obsolescence risk, and ensuring efficient production planning. REQUIREMENTS: Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain managementPreferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related fieldAPICS certification preferredCSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plusProficiency in demand planning systems (SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, or similar platforms)Advanced analytical skills with expertise in statistical modeling and forecasting techniquesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPointExperience with business intelligence tools like Power BIClear verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to senior leadershipExperience in S&OP processes and inventory managementExperience in cross-functional team collaboration and project managementExperience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologiesExperience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferredAbility to work in a matrix organizationProblem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capabilityEnglish proficiency required; additional languages a plus Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. Compensation And Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $59,400.00–$89,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards"
We need to strip boilerplate: EEO statements, accommodation request, apply link, etc. Also "Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com" remove. Also "For more information on our benefits, please visit: ..." maybe keep as part of benefits? It's a link; could be considered boilerplate but it's a reference. Probably remove as it's just a link. The instruction: remove application instructions. The link to benefits maybe okay but it's more like reference; but we can keep benefits description without the link.
We need to preserve all substantive info: location, relocation assistance not provided, must be legally authorized, background check/drug screening. Also description paragraphs. Also requirements list (including education, experience, fields of study, certifications, tools, skills, etc). Also benefits list. Also compensation range. Also schedule: Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office.
We need to decide sections.
Potential sections:
- About the role: maybe the introductory paragraph about mission, impact, location, etc. Could combine location and work authorization etc. But we have separate schedule.
Better: Use "About the role" for the descriptive paragraph about mission and impact (the first few sentences before location). Then maybe "Responsibilities" for the DESCRIPTION bullet points (develop demand plans, collaborate, manage S&OP, etc). Then "Requirements" for the REQUIREMENTS list (education/experience, fields of study, certifications, tools, skills, experience, etc). Then "Skills" maybe separate but we could incorporate into Requirements; but we need to avoid thin sections. Could combine Requirements and Skills into one section? But we have headings for Skills; we could put skills under Requirements. However instruction: Use headings only when posting has real specific content for it. We can decide to have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's enough.
We need to ensure we don't create empty sections.
Let's extract content.
About the role: "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer." Also location: Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
We could include location and eligibility in About the role or maybe separate but we can include there.
Responsibilities: from DESCRIPTION: "As a Demand Planner II on our Supply Chain team, you'll develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operational execution, you'll translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans while leveraging advanced analytics and forecasting tools to support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, you'll manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, facilitate demand review meetings, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You'll analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts while maintaining strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing inventory levels, reducing excess and obsolescence risk, and ensuring efficient production planning."
We could break into bullet list (
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove "Apply today! http://..." etc. Also remove "Compensation And Benefits" heading? We'll treat as Benefits and Pay sections.
We need to preserve all substantive info: location, relocation assistance not provided, must be legally authorized, background check, drug screening. Also description paragraphs. Also requirements list. Also benefits list. Also compensation range. Also schedule: "Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)" and "Environmental Conditions Office". So schedule: Standard Mon-Fri. Environmental Conditions Office maybe part of schedule? Could be separate but we only have Schedule heading; we can include both.
We must not create sections with filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to decide sections: About the role (maybe description), Responsibilities (maybe from description), Requirements (list), Qualifications (maybe education/experience?), Skills (maybe certifications, tools), Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We need to avoid duplication. Let's parse content.
Original text:
"Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Location: Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. DESCRIPTION: As a Demand Planner II on our Supply Chain team, you'll develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operational execution, you'll translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans while leveraging advanced analytics and forecasting tools to support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, you'll manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, facilitate demand review meetings, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You'll analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts while maintaining strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing inventory levels, reducing excess and obsolescence risk, and ensuring efficient production planning. REQUIREMENTS: Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain managementPreferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related fieldAPICS certification preferredCSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plusProficiency in demand planning systems (SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, or similar platforms)Advanced analytical skills with expertise in statistical modeling and forecasting techniquesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPointExperience with business intelligence tools like Power BIClear verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to senior leadershipExperience in S&OP processes and inventory managementExperience in cross-functional team collaboration and project managementExperience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologiesExperience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferredAbility to work in a matrix organizationProblem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capabilityEnglish proficiency required; additional languages a plus Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. Compensation And Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $59,400.00–$89,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards"
We need to strip boilerplate: EEO statements, accommodation request, apply link, etc. Also "Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com" remove. Also "For more information on our benefits, please visit: ..." maybe keep as part of benefits? It's a link; could be considered boilerplate but it's a reference. Probably remove as it's just a link. The instruction: remove application instructions. The link to benefits maybe okay but it's more like reference; but we can keep benefits description without the link.
We need to preserve all substantive info: location, relocation assistance not provided, must be legally authorized, background check/drug screening. Also description paragraphs. Also requirements list (including education, experience, fields of study, certifications, tools, skills, etc). Also benefits list. Also compensation range. Also schedule: Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office.
We need to decide sections.
Potential sections:
- About the role: maybe the introductory paragraph about mission, impact, location, etc. Could combine location and work authorization etc. But we have separate schedule.
Better: Use "About the role" for the descriptive paragraph about mission and impact (the first few sentences before location). Then maybe "Responsibilities" for the DESCRIPTION bullet points (develop demand plans, collaborate, manage S&OP, etc). Then "Requirements" for the REQUIREMENTS list (education/experience, fields of study, certifications, tools, skills, experience, etc). Then "Skills" maybe separate but we could incorporate into Requirements; but we need to avoid thin sections. Could combine Requirements and Skills into one section? But we have headings for Skills; we could put skills under Requirements. However instruction: Use headings only when posting has real specific content for it. We can decide to have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's enough.
We need to ensure we don't create empty sections.
Let's extract content.
About the role: "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer." Also location: Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
We could include location and eligibility in About the role or maybe separate but we can include there.
Responsibilities: from DESCRIPTION: "As a Demand Planner II on our Supply Chain team, you'll develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operational execution, you'll translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans while leveraging advanced analytics and forecasting tools to support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, you'll manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, facilitate demand review meetings, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You'll analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts while maintaining strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing inventory levels, reducing excess and obsolescence risk, and ensuring efficient production planning."
We could break into bullet list (- ) for duties. The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we should convert responsibilities into list items.
Requirements: The block after REQUIREMENTS: includes many items separated by no punctuation. We need to parse into list items.
Let's extract:
"Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management"
"Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field"
"APICS certification preferred"
"CSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plus"
"Proficiency in demand planning systems (SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, or similar platforms)"
"Advanced analytical skills with expertise in statistical modeling and forecasting techniques"
"Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint"
"Experience with business intelligence tools like Power BI"
"Clear verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership"
"Experience in S&OP processes and inventory management"
"Experience in cross-functional team collaboration and project management"
"Experience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologies"
"Experience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferred"
"Ability to work in a matrix organization"
"Problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capability"
"English proficiency required; additional languages a plus"
We need to make each as
- . Some are combined like "Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management". That's one item.
We could split into two? But it's one sentence; keep as one.
Benefits: from "We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits!" plus later detailed list: "A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount"
We need to split into list items. Also note there is missing spaces between some sentences (like "programsEmployee assistance"). We'll need to parse manually.
Let's extract benefits list:
- Competitive remuneration
- Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
- Healthcare
-
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we should convert responsibilities into list items. Requirements: The block after REQUIREMENTS: includes many items separated by no punctuation. We need to parse into list items. Let's extract: "Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management" "Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field" "APICS certification preferred" "CSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plus" "Proficiency in demand planning systems (SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, or similar platforms)" "Advanced analytical skills with expertise in statistical modeling and forecasting techniques" "Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint" "Experience with business intelligence tools like Power BI" "Clear verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership" "Experience in S&OP processes and inventory management" "Experience in cross-functional team collaboration and project management" "Experience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologies" "Experience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferred" "Ability to work in a matrix organization" "Problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capability" "English proficiency required; additional languages a plus" We need to make each as
- . Some are combined like "Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management". That's one item. We could split into two? But it's one sentence; keep as one. Benefits: from "We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits!" plus later detailed list: "A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount" We need to split into list items. Also note there is missing spaces between some sentences (like "programsEmployee assistance"). We'll need to parse manually. Let's extract benefits list: - Competitive remuneration - Annual incentive plan bonus scheme - Healthcare -