Onsite Senior Demand Planner | SIOP & Forecasting Leader

RXinsider LTD.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific seeks a Sr. Demand Planner to drive credible demand signals and 18- to 24-month rolling forecasts. You will lead the SIOP process, align commercial plans with supply capabilities, and partner with stakeholders to optimize inventory and service levels.

You will analyze historical data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy, support new product introductions, and contribute to continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred.
• Strong proficiency in statistical forecasting methodologies and SIOP/IBP processes.
• Experience with ERP systems and the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with demand planning software (Demantra, Kinaxis, or similar tools).
• Proven track record of improving forecast accuracy and reducing bias.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry preferred.
• Knowledge of Power BI and Salesforce.com preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage credible demand signals and 18-24 month rolling forecasts.
• Lead monthly SIOP process and align commercial strategies with operations.
• Analyze historical data and market trends to optimize inventory while maintaining service levels.
• Collaborate with commercial teams and customers to improve forecast accuracy.
• Support new product introductions and lifecycle transitions.
• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Forecasting

SIOP/IBP

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Excel/Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM or CSCP (preferred)

Tools

Demantra

Kinaxis

Power BI

Salesforce.com

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific seeks a Sr. Demand Planner to drive credible demand signals and 18- to 24-month rolling forecasts. You will lead the SIOP process, align commercial plans with supply capabilities, and partner with stakeholders to optimize inventory and service levels.

You will analyze historical data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy, support new product introductions, and contribute to continuous improvement across the organization.