Senior Supply Planning Manager

Samsara

. Oversee the hardware supply planning process for the global market.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United StatesSenior💰 CA$113,900 - CA$147,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain planning, including capacity planning, demand forecasting, and inventory management, while leveraging analytical skills and data-driven tools to optimize processes. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to address supply risks and improve operational efficiency.

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Supply Chain PlanningCapacity PlanningERP Systems (NetSuite, E2Open)SQL ProgrammingVendor-Managed Inventory

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain PlanningCapacity PlanningInventory ManagementAnalytical SkillsData ModelingSQL ProgrammingPython ProgrammingAI-Assisted ToolsProduction PlanningMaterial Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailAbility to Synthesize InformationComfort with Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteE2OpenSalesforceDatabricksTableau

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAMaster's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or Economics

Industry Keywords

Electronics ManufacturingHardware Supply PlanningVendor-Managed InventoryThird-Party LogisticsGlobal Multi-DC Networks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the hardware supply planning process for the global market.
Develop and maintain rolling 12-month production, shipment, and capacity plans.
Convert demand plans into supply plans and targets by SKU, region, and distribution center.
Drive capacity planning and recommend tradeoffs when capacity or components are constrained.
Influence Clear to Build by confirming component and material availability and flagging shortages.
Publish supply targets to factories and VMI partners; track commits, ETDs, and landed supply.
Monitor weekly coverage across the forward quarter and run simulations to capture supply-chain changes.
Resolve risks through rebalancing, transfers, and air upgrades.
Partner with Demand Planning, NPI, and Finance Analysis on demand changes, product ramps, transitions, and end-of-sale.
Plan VMI, ROP accessory, and refurbished supply while minimizing excess and obsolete material.
Report performance against targets and communicate supply risks to Operations leadership.
Improve processes and tooling using data and AI-assisted tools.
Champion and embed Samsara's operating principles globally.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or Economics.
6+ years of combined experience in consulting and supply chain planning, supply planning, material planning, or inventory management; or 4+ years with a Master's.
Experience building supply plans against factory capacity and component constraints, including capacity planning and Clear to Build.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to build logical models.
Strong communication skills and ability to synthesize information for planners, factory contacts, and executives.
Attention to detail while maintaining a broad perspective.
Proactive problem-solving approach and comfort with ambiguity, changing priorities, and business volatility.
Working knowledge of ERP and planning systems such as NetSuite and E2Open, Salesforce, and spreadsheet-based modeling.
MBA or Master's degree in a related field is ideal.
Programming and data skills in SQL and Python, and experience with Databricks or Tableau is ideal.
Electronics or hardware manufacturing experience, ideally with contract manufacturers or JDMs.
Experience with vendor-managed inventory, third-party logistics, or global multi-DC networks.
Experience with new product introductions, product transitions, and end-of-life planning.
Experience using AI-assisted tools to improve planning workflows.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus/variable pay
Equity for eligible roles
Flexible, employee-led remote model
Professional development stipend
Comprehensive health plans
Parental leave plans
Above-market total compensation opportunities
Flexible working model
Remote work support
In-person office option
Reasonable workplace accommodations