Senior Demand & Supply Planner

Avnet; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401K and Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Family Support (Paid Leave)

Job summary

Avnet seeks an experienced supply chain professional to optimize forecasts, manage inventory, and coordinate cross-functional teams across Sales, Supplier Management, and Operations.

You will help drive strategic initiatives, analyze demand, and implement process improvements to enhance service levels and profitability. A strong collaboration mindset and data-driven approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Analyzes customer forecasts and trends using MRP concepts in collaboration with sales to plan and buy to forecast.
• Prepares forecast models with internal and external stakeholders to assess feasibility of forecasting requirements.
• Applies inventory management discipline to assess levels and aging of stock.
• Participates in program setup and maintenance (e.g., part profile, EOL, transitions) to improve efficiency and revenue.
• May be assigned specific customer accounts or cross-/multi-supplier solutions.
• Negotiates with suppliers on channel and distributor policy decisions to improve profitability and partner satisfaction.
• Aligns supplier goals with company objectives to achieve mutual success.

Responsibilities

• Analyze demand trends and coordinate with Sales to align on forecast accuracy.
• Lead inventory optimization efforts to minimize aging and reduce excess stock.
• Support program setup changes and transitions to ensure smooth launches and continuity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive supply chain initiatives and improvements.
• Monitor supplier performance and respond to supply chain disruptions as needed.

Skills

Forecast analysis

MRP knowledge

Inventory management

Forecast modeling

Supplier negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Maestro ERP

Job description

Avnet seeks an experienced supply chain professional to optimize forecasts, manage inventory, and coordinate cross-functional teams across Sales, Supplier Management, and Operations.

You will help drive strategic initiatives, analyze demand, and implement process improvements to enhance service levels and profitability. A strong collaboration mindset and data-driven approach are essential.