Functional Architect

Analog Devices; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a Functional Architect for Order Promiser (OP) and Enterprise Supply Planner (ESP) to lead the design and implementation of next-generation planning capabilities.

You will partner with Planning, Manufacturing, IT and Commercial teams to translate business needs into scalable system configurations and to drive improvements in service, inventory, and efficiency. You will own end-to-end functional design across planning layers, ensuring alignment with execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field. MBA preferred.
• Experience leading planning system transformations in semiconductor/manufacturing.
• Ability to translate business requirements into system design and technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise initiatives to improve supply chain KPIs (CRD/FCD, forecast accuracy).
• Serve as functional architect for advanced planning capabilities (OP/ESP/FP/DP/IO).
• Define complex planning logic and translate requirements into scalable configurations.
• Partner with IT and engineering to ensure SAP S/4 and Blue Yonder integration.
• Lead change management, training, and post-implementation tracking.
• Define reporting frameworks to monitor planning performance and drive improvements.
• Mentor supply chain analysts and build capability in planning analytics.
• Govern planning logic, data quality, and process adherence.

Skills

Semiconductor supply chain

Large-scale planning transformations

Cross-functional leadership

Business process design

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Business

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

Blue Yonder (ESP/OP/FP/DP/IO)

SAP S/4 / MES

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X .

The Functional Architect for Order Promiser (OP) and Enterprise Supply Planner (ESP) is a critical leadership role within Central Planning, responsible for shaping and advancing ADI's next-generation supply chain planning capabilities.

This role partners across Planning, Manufacturing, IT, and Commercial teams to transform current-state processes into scalable, data-driven future-state solutions. You will lead the functional design and implementation of advanced planning systems, ensuring alignment between business strategy and system capabilities while driving measurable improvements in service, inventory, and operational efficiency.

This is a high-impact role at the intersection of business transformation and system innovation, with direct influence on enterprise-wide planning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Strategic Transformation & Value Delivery Lead enterprise initiatives to improve key supply chain KPIs, including: On-Time Delivery (CRD/FCD) Forecast Accuracy Inventory Optimization Capacity Utilization Drive standardization and scalability of planning processes across business units and regions.
• 2. Functional Architecture Leadership Serve as the functional architect for advanced planning capabilities, including: Order Promiser (OP) Enterprise Supply Planner (ESP) Factory Planning, Order-to-Cash, and VMI/VMR processes Own the end-to-end functional design, ensuring alignment across planning layers and execution systems.
• 3. Process Design & System Logic Define and document complex planning logic, including: Prioritization and allocation strategies Pegging hierarchies and rules Capacity modeling across front-end and back-end Wafer start and release strategies Translate business requirements into scalable system configurations and design specifications.
• 4. Cross-Functional Integration Partner with IT and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across: SAP S/4 MES Planning platforms (e.g., Blue Yonder) Ensure strong alignment between planning outputs and execution realities.
• 5. Change Management & Adoption Lead end-to-end change management, including: Deployment strategy Stakeholder alignment Training and adoption Post-implementation performance tracking Drive sustained behavioral and process change across global teams.
• 6. Analytics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Define and implement reporting frameworks to monitor planning effectiveness. Leverage data and analytics to identify gaps and continuously improve system performance and decision-making.
• 7. Talent Development & Leadership Mentor and develop supply chain analysts and functional leads. Build organizational capability in advanced planning systems and supply chain analytics.
• 8. Quality & Governance Lead functional validation, design reviews, and testing oversight to ensure solution integrity and performance. Establish governance around planning logic, data quality, and process adherence.

Qualifications

Functional Expertise

Deep expertise in semiconductor supply chain and manufacturing processes. Proven track record leading large-scale planning system transformations. Strong experience defining end-to-end planning processes and functional specifications. Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in supply chain performance.

Technical & Systems Expertise

Strong understanding of planning system architecture and integration with execution systems. Hands-on experience with advanced planning platforms, preferably: Blue Yonder (ESP, OP, FP, DP, IO) or equivalent Ability to translate complex business requirements into system design and technical specifications.

Leadership & Influence

Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Proven ability to drive alignment across cross-functional and global teams. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Analytical, structured problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years in supply chain, planning systems, or transformation roles Experience in semiconductor or complex manufacturing environments strongly preferred

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Indu