Demand Planner II

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timePittsburgh • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in demand planning and supply chain management, utilizing advanced analytics and forecasting tools to enhance accuracy and optimize inventory levels. Proven ability to collaborate across functions and implement continuous improvement initiatives in a matrix organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Demand PlanningForecasting ToolsSales & Operations Planning (S&OP)Advanced Analytical SkillsCross-Functional Team Collaboration

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Demand PlanningForecasting TechniquesInventory ManagementStatistical ModelingLean Business PracticesContinuous Improvement MethodologiesMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointBusiness Intelligence ToolsData-Driven Decision Making

Soft Skills

Clear Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

KinaxisSAPForecast ProPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CertificationCSCMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesMedical DevicePharmaceutical Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage 24-month demand plans for key product portfolios
Enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer satisfaction
Translate market insights into actionable supply chain plans
Leverage advanced analytics and forecasting tools
Manage Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
Facilitate demand review meetings
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
Analyze market trends, historical data, and business intelligence to create accurate forecasts
Maintain strong partnerships with Product Management, Commercial, Finance, and Manufacturing teams
Optimize inventory levels, reduce excess and obsolescence risk, and ensure efficient production planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening
Bachelor’s Degree required; preferred fields include Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum 2 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management
Forecasting/demand planning tool experience required; Kinaxis preferred, with SAP, Forecast Pro, or similar platforms
Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI
Experience in S&OP processes and inventory management
Experience in cross-functional team collaboration and project management
Experience using Lean business practices and continuous improvement methodologies
Advanced analytical skills, including statistical modeling and forecasting techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Clear verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present to senior leadership
Ability to work in a matrix organization
Problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capability
English proficiency required
APICS certification preferred
CSCMP or comparable supply chain certification a plus
Experience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry preferred
Additional languages a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Annual incentive plan bonus
Healthcare
Employee benefits
Career and development prospects
Innovative, forward-thinking company culture