Global Demand Planner

ThermoFisher Scientific; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Annual bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Bedford, MA is seeking a Demand Planner II to develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy, optimize inventory, and support customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong analytical skills, S&OP experience, and proficiency with SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, and Power BI. You will translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans and participate in continuous

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent mix of education and experience in demand planning or supply chain.
• Preferred certifications include APICS or CSCMP.
• Experience with SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis or similar planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios.
• Lead S&OP processes and demand-review meetings.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Commercial, Finance and Manufacturing.
• Analyze market trends and data to create accurate forecasts and optimize inventory.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and supply chain performance.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Inventory optimization

Education

Advanced Degree or Bachelor's + 2 years in demand planning

APICS certification preferred

CSCMP certification a plus

Tools

SAP

Forecast Pro

Kinaxis

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location: Bedford, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Demand Planner II on our Supply Chain team, you'll develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy and operational execution, you'll translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans while leveraging advanced analytics and forecasting tools to support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

In this role, you'll manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, facilitate demand review meetings, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You'll analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts while maintaining strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing inventory levels, reducing excess and obsolescence risk, and ensuring efficient production planning.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management
• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• APICS certification preferred
• CSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plus
• Proficiency in demand planning systems (SAP, Forecast Pro, Kinaxis, or similar platforms)
• Advanced analytical skills with expertise in statistical modeling and forecasting techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with business intelligence tools like Power BI
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership
• Experience in S&OP processes and inventory management
• Experience in cross-functional team collaboration and project management
• Experience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Ability to work in a matrix organization
• Problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capability
• English proficiency required; additional languages a plus

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $59,400.00–$89,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.