SprintRay Inc. · 1 month ago
Senior Manager, Global Demand Planner
2710 Media Center Dr, Los Angeles, Americas, 90065, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$145K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expSprintRay Inc. is a fast-growing technology company transforming dentistry through digital innovation and advanced 3D printing solutions. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Global Demand Planning to own the global demand planning strategy, focusing on forecasting excellence, inventory optimization, and driving the adoption of AI-driven planning solutions.
3D PrintingDentalHealth CareMedical Device
Responsibilities
Own and evolve SprintRay’s global demand planning strategy, including short-, mid-, and long-term forecasts by product, region, and channel
Lead the development and continuous refinement of statistically driven and AI-enhanced forecasting models incorporating historical performance, seasonality, promotions, product lifecycle dynamics, installed base, and external market signals
Establish forecasting governance, cadence, and accountability for weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual demand reviews
Monitor and continuously improve forecast accuracy, bias, and demand volatility; define and drive corrective actions to achieve enterprise KPIs
Translate demand insights into executive-level narratives, highlighting risks, opportunities, trade-offs, and scenario-based outcomes
Own demand-related financial outcomes, including revenue attainment risk, inventory investment, working capital efficiency, and margin exposure
Partner with Finance to align demand plans with revenue forecasts, budgets, annual operating plans, and 3–5 year long-range strategic plans
Provide demand inputs to support capacity planning, capital investments, network strategy, and make/buy decisions
Define and own global inventory strategies that balance customer service, working capital efficiency, and risk mitigation across distribution centers and regions
Partner with Supply Planning, Manufacturing, and Procurement to align capacity, production plans, and material availability with demand requirements
Establish inventory segmentation strategies and target policies (safety stock, buffers, postponement)
Track and manage inventory KPIs including DOH, turns, service levels, excess & obsolescence; lead cross-functional action plans to close gaps
Serve as the senior demand planning leader within SprintRay’s S&OP / IBP process, ensuring tight integration between demand, supply, financial, and strategic plans
Own demand planning decision rights, escalation paths, and governance, including forecast overrides, assumptions, and scenario approvals
Present consolidated demand and inventory recommendations to executive leadership, including constraints, risks, and mitigation strategies
Drive S&OP maturity toward a predictive, scenario-based, and financially integrated planning model
Lead demand planning support for new product introductions, line extensions, regional launches, and product sunsets
Develop launch forecasts, ramp curves, and multiple demand scenarios in partnership with Product Management and Marketing
Ensure smooth transitions during product phase-ins and phase-outs with minimal service or inventory disruption
Champion the adoption of AI-driven forecasting, demand sensing, and advanced planning solutions to improve accuracy, responsiveness, and scalability
Integrate internal and external demand signals including POS data, distributor data, customer usage, and market indicators
Lead systems integration across forecasting tools, ERP, supply planning, and BI platforms to enable seamless end-to-end planning workflows
Partner with IT and external vendors to define planning system roadmaps, data architecture, and automation opportunities
Drive process standardization, automation, and self-service analytics to reduce manual effort and improve decision speed
Ensure data integrity, master data governance, and system reliability across all planning platforms
Establish executive-ready dashboards providing clear visibility into demand, supply, inventory, and financial performance
Leverage advanced analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across regions and product portfolios
Define the operating model, standards, and capabilities required for a scalable global demand planning function
Hire, mentor, and develop planning talent (direct and/or dotted-line); set expectations for analytical rigor, accountability, and business partnership
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning effectiveness, efficiency, and cross-functional alignment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred
7–10+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, or advanced analytics with global scope
Proven experience owning end-to-end demand planning, inventory strategy, and executive S&OP / IBP processes
Strong expertise in forecasting methodologies, inventory optimization, and scenario planning
Demonstrated experience implementing or leveraging AI-driven planning tools, demand sensing, or advanced analytics
Deep experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and planning / BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent)
Exceptional analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into executive-level insights
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills; comfortable influencing at the executive level
Ability to lead through ambiguity, drive change, and operate effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
Preferred
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar certification
Experience in medical devices, dental, hardware, or high-tech manufacturing
Experience in high-mix / low-volume or configure-to-order supply chains
Advanced SQL, data modeling, Python, or data engineering capabilities
Experience leading planning system implementations or broader supply chain digital transformation initiatives
Company
SprintRay Inc.
We are a 3D Printer manufacturer focused on digital dentistry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amir Mansouri
Co-Founder and CEO
Hossein Bassir
Co-founder, Design Director
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