Planning Manager

Manager, Demand Planning Position Summary We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Manager, Demand Planning to lead regional initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain performance and driving operational excellence. This role is instrumental in shaping demand planning strategy, strengthening site capabilities, and ensuring alignment with global standards and evolving customer needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical expertise, and deep supply chain knowledge to support scalable growth and continuous improvement across the organization. Key Responsibilities Drive Best Practices & Continuous Improvement Identify, develop, and implement best practices across regions. Facilitate knowledge sharing and standardization across global teams. Manage and prioritize a pipeline of regional initiatives to optimize performance. Support Global Process Deployment Allocate and coordinate resources to effectively deploy global processes and tools. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent execution. Strategic Planning & Capability Development Lead the development and execution of a regional 3-year capability roadmap aligned with global strategy and customer requirements. Conduct gap analyses across sites and processes against global standards (VSM, SOPs, Work Instructions, and SFTs). Enhance site capabilities to support customer demand and sales pipeline opportunities. Performance Metrics & Process Health Establish, monitor, and continuously improve key performance metrics. Provide insights and reporting on demand planning effectiveness and process health. Leadership & Talent Development Model and reinforce company core values. Lead, mentor, and develop team members, focusing on growth, succession planning, and performance excellence. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Required Skills & Qualifications Strong expertise in Supply Chain Management and Demand Planning Experience with: Inventory Management Procurement & Logistics ERP systems (SAP preferred) Data analysis and reporting (advanced Excel , including pivot tables) Proficiency in project management and process improvement methodologies Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Top Skills Supply Chain Management Demand Planning Planning & Forecasting Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $150000.00/yr. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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