Manager Planning

Dexcom; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 106,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

In-house learning programs

Job summary

Dexcom, Inc. in Mesa, AZ seeks a results-driven Production Planning leader to guide a team of Production Planners and Planning Coordinators. You will own the manufacturing plan, align with the S&OP process and demand, and optimize capacity and inventory to meet service goals.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Engineering and Program Management to resolve constraints, drive performance, and develop talent in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree with 8-12 years of industry experience.
• 2-5 years of management or lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning and scheduling teams.
• Own manufacturing plan execution aligned with S&OP and demand.
• Develop schedules optimizing capacity and material flow.
• Partner with multiple functions to resolve constraints.
• Drive inventory management to ensure continuity of supply.
• Monitor performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead escalation of supply and planning challenges.
• Champion Lean improvement and scalable processes.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Inventory management

Lean manufacturing

Data analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Where you come in:

• Lead and develop a team of Production Planners and Planning Coordinators responsible for production planning, scheduling, and material availability.
• Own the execution of the manufacturing plan, ensuring alignment with the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, customer demand, inventory strategies, and site objectives.
• Develop and maintain production schedules that optimize capacity, material flow, and service levels while supporting operational goals.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management teams to proactively identify and resolve constraints impacting production.
• Drive inventory management and material control strategies to ensure continuity of supply, minimize shortages, and improve inventory health.
• Monitor planning and operational performance through data analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to improve schedule attainment and execution.
• Lead escalation and resolution of supply, capacity, and planning challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, increase efficiency, and support operational scalability.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and employee development while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

What makes you successful:

• You are a proactive leader who develops high-performing teams and creates an environment focused on accountability, growth, and results.
• You possess strong planning, scheduling, inventory management, and supply chain expertise within a manufacturing environment.
• You are an effective communicator who can influence stakeholders and build strong partnerships across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• You excel at using data and analytics to make informed decisions, solve complex problems, and drive business outcomes.
• You have experience balancing customer demand, inventory targets, capacity constraints, and operational priorities.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment and can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on execution.
• You have a continuous improvement mindset and experience applying Lean manufacturing principles to improve processes and eliminate waste.
• You are passionate about developing talent, driving organizational effectiveness, and building a culture of collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• 5%

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 8-12 years of industry experience
• 2-5 years of previous management or lead experience

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

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Salary: $105,800.00 - $176,300.00