Head of Supply Planning

Formlabs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity through RSUs

Comprehensive healthcare

401K matching

Parental Leave

Sabbatical Leave

Professional development

Unlimited 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs is seeking a Head of Supply Planning, Demand Planning, and S&O to shape the operational backbone of a rapidly scaling additive manufacturing leader. You’ll lead end-to-end planning, align cross‑functional teams, and influence executive decisions across a global marketplace.

You will drive scalable planning, mentor high-performing teams, and collaborate with executives to enable successful product launches and sustained growth. Equity is part of total compensation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in supply/demand planning and S&O.
• 5+ years in senior management overseeing planning functions.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proven cross-functional leadership with C-level interaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead scalable supply and demand planning strategies across product categories.
• Coordinate demand forecasting, supply planning, and S&O processes.
• Oversee monthly S&O process with cross-functional meetings.
• Implement advanced planning tools and KPIs across the org.
• Collaborate with sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and finance.
• Integrate demand signals into production and inventory plans.
• Drive NPI scenario planning and launch readiness.
• Mentor and develop planning teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Talent development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or similar)

Tools

SAP APO

Kinaxis

Oracle ERP

ERP/MRP platforms

Advanced planning tools

Job description

About Formlabs

Do you want to change how the world creates? At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life‑saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before. We’re a team of hands‑on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.

Your Impact

Joining this organization as Head of Supply Planning, Demand Planning, and S&O offers the extraordinary opportunity to shape the operational backbone of a rapidly scaling additive manufacturing leader. This role puts you at the heart of cross-functional decision-making, empowering you to architect demand and supply planning strategies that drive innovation and support breakthrough product launches across a dynamic global marketplace. As the leader orchestrating end-to-end S&O and NPI scenario planning, your vision and expertise will be instrumental in building a world‑class planning team, enabling seamless scale, and delivering lasting value to both the business and its customers. You will have a seat at the table as a key strategic partner, collaborating with executives and influencing the company’s trajectory during exciting, transformative growth. Making an indelible impact on organizational performance and shaping the future of how cutting‑edge consumer technology reaches the world.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and execution of scalable supply and demand planning strategies to drive operational excellence, align with growth objectives, and support new product launches across all product categories.
• Oversee the integrated planning function, ensuring tight coordination between demand forecasting, supply planning, and S&O processes to optimize balance among service, cost, and inventory targets.
• Direct the monthly S&O process, facilitating cross‑functional consensus meetings that align sales, operations, and financial planning; ensure robust data and scenario analysis inform executive‑level decision‑making.
• Implement and continuously improve advanced planning tools, analytics, and key performance indicators to drive visibility and accountability across the end‑to‑end planning cycle.
• Collaborate with sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and finance stakeholders to ensure optimal supply chain performance supporting scale‑up and margin targets.
• Integrate demand signals from sales, product management, and market insights into actionable production and inventory plans, reducing forecast error and enabling rapid response to market changes.
• Drive scenario planning and alignment for New Product Introductions (NPI), working cross‑functionally to anticipate multiple launch and ramp‑up outcomes, ensuring robust supply readiness and agile response to evolving launch dynamics.
• Mentor and develop high‑performing teams in demand planning, supply planning, and S&O, fostering a collaborative, agile, and results‑driven culture.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Research, or a related technical discipline; Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or similar) preferred.
• 10+ years progressive experience in supply planning, demand planning, and/or S&O, with at least 5 years in senior management overseeing integrated planning functions in a relevant industry such as consumer electronics.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a proven track record using data to drive decisions and implement process improvements.
• Excellent communication, influencer, and stakeholder management skills. Must have demonstrated ability leading cross‑functional teams and presenting to C‑level executives.
• A proven ability to attract, coach, and develop high‑performing teams, cultivating a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement in fast‑paced settings.

Bonus Skills

• Certification such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or IBF certification in forecasting/planning.
• Strong expertise with advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP APO, Kinaxis, Oracle), S&O tools, ERP/MRP platforms, and relevant analytics or scenario modeling tools.

Our Benefits & Perks

• Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401K matching and access to financial advisors.
• Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks).
• Tenure‑based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks).
• Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it.
• Ample on‑site parking & pre‑tax commuter benefits.
• Healthy on‑site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats.
• Regular sponsored professional development opportunities.
• Many opt‑in culture events across our diverse community.
• And of course unlimited 3D prints.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Compensation

We are all owners of Formlabs and direct beneficiaries of our success. We believe that equity is a critical component of compensation at Formlabs, and we want our newest team members to understand the potential value of their equity compensation. Full time employees receive equity, in the form of RSUs. Your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact. At Formlabs, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location and expected impact on the organization. The annual base pay range for this role is: $135,000—$200,000 USD.