Manager, Supply Planning (Repair Centers / Bots)

About the role

Symbotic is seeking a Manager, Supply Planning to lead Bot forecasting and bot spares/repair material availability. This role is critical for ensuring seamless operations by aligning new Bot production capabilities with customer commitments and maintaining material availability for existing fleets.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term bot forecasts and partner with operations partners to ensure production capacity is aligned for future growth.
• Lead a team of Repair Center Material Planners to ensure material availability at our repair centers.
• Monitor and manage bot part inventory levels to prevent shortages and excesses, ensuring alignment with operational and customer requirements.
• Develop safety stock strategies targeted at keeping customer bot fleets operational.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality Manufacturing, Production, Procurement, and Logistics, to streamline supply chain processes and enhance efficiency.
• Utilize SAP to create and maintain accurate material availability, track material movement, and analyze supply chain performance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with executive-level stakeholders, delivering concise, data-driven insights and updates on material planning and operational performance.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks or disruptions in the supply chain, implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy, reduce lead times, and optimize overall supply chain operations with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for planning and material management processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 8 years in Production Planning, Supply Chain, and Inventory Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of people leadership experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven success in engaging and influencing executive-level stakeholders.
• This role will be customer-facing and requires demonstrated skill in interacting with customers/executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment toward shared objectives.
• Hightly organized, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data visualization tools.
• Certification in supply chain or production management (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing or technology-driven industry.

Qualifications

• Up to 20% of travel may be required.
• Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.

Pay

The base range for this position in the posted location is $108,000.00 - $148,500.00. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

MA – WIL based role. Up to 20% of travel may be required.