Supply Chain Specialist Staff

Juniper Networks; George Town; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper Networks is seeking a proactive Supply & Inventory Planner to join their team. The ideal candidate will use data analysis and AI-driven methods to ensure supply continuity and optimize inventory. This pivotal role involves collaborating across functions to enhance supply chain performance, ideal for someone with strong expertise in supply planning and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in supply or demand planning.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects.
• Strong expertise in planning systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain supply plans based on demand forecasts.
• Optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure product availability.

Skills

Data analysis

Inventory optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Scenario planning

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

Oracle

Advanced Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known.

To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.

Supply Planning & Inventory Planning

Job Description

In this role, We are looking for a proactive and analytical Supply & Inventory Planner with a strong foundation in data analysis and exposure to AI/ML. This hybrid role ensures supply continuity, optimal inventory levels, and improved forecast accuracy through a mix of traditional planning and next-gen analytics. The ideal candidate brings a blend of operational planning expertise, a data-savvy mindset, and a passion for using emerging technologies to transform supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Supply Planning:

• Create and maintain short- and long-term supply plans based on demand forecasts, capacity, and lead time constraints.
• Ensure product availability by managing supply across multiple nodes (e.g., suppliers, factories, distribution centers).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, and commercial teams.
• Monitor supplier performance and track on-time delivery, lead times, and shortages to inform planning decisions.
• Use scenario modeling and simulations to assess plan sensitivity and enable rapid decision-making.
• Participate in S&OP and IBP processes, contributing insights and aligning operational plans with business strategy.
  
  

Inventory Planning:

• Optimize inventory levels, Safety Stock targets and mix across the network to meet service targets while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Perform inventory health reviews, flag aging or slow-moving stock, and collaborate with stakeholders to reduce working capital.
• Lead E&O forecasting and contribute to proactive mitigation plans.
• Partner with finance, operations, and commercial teams to align inventory with business goals and budget constraints.
• Build inventory projection models to assess future inventory trends based on current supply/demand dynamics.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline (Master’s a plus).
• 7-10 years of experience in supply planning, demand planning, or end-to-end supply chain roles.
• Strong expertise in planning systems (e.g., SAP, Kinaxis, Oracle, O9) and advanced Excel or data analysis tools.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without authority.
• Detail oriented, Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset, comfortable navigating ambiguity and fast-changing environments.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to technical teams and senior leaders.
• Experience in inventory optimization, scenario planning, and supplier collaboration is a strong plus.
  
  

About Juniper Networks

Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bengaluru, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world.

At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We’d love to speak with you.

Additional Information for United States jobs:

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK AND E-VERIFY

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Juniper Networks participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security Numbers.

• Information for applicants about E-Verify / E-Verify Información en español: This Company Participates in E-Verify / Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify
• Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) - The Right to Work / El Derecho a Trabajar
  
  

E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Juniper is an Equal Opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business need.