Medtronic
Demand Planning Program Manager—IBP COE
Medtronic, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
Demand Planning Program Manager—IBP COE at Medtronic. You will serve as the tactical demand planning process lead on the Demand Center of Excellence, supporting the supply chain planning system and process documentation. This role is part of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Center of Excellence and focuses on improving standard processes and systems. Medtronic is driving a functional transformation focused on IBP, S&OE, and standard operating mechanisms. The GO&SC organization seeks to advance financial maturity and excellence in IBP while championing healthcare access and equity. The company emphasizes in-person collaboration, with a commitment to professional growth and cross-functional teamwork. Please note: The application window is indicated as closing on 31 Oct 2025. Responsibilities
Analyze, develop, and implement long-term supply chain strategies to enable best-in-class demand forecasting and align with business goals Support business execution of new programs and initiatives to improve forecasting for promotions, events, and portfolio complexity (including new product launches, versioning, and phase-outs) Monitor key S&OP performance indicators and cost-to-serve data; coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain initiatives Develop roadmaps and drive continuous improvement for the demand planning system (Blue Yonder) Support deployment of the end-to-end supply chain planning system related to demand planning (Blue Yonder) Develop and maintain standard processes, RACI matrices, and how-to guides for day-to-day tactical demand planning Drive adoption of standard processes and systems through education, training, and Voice of the Customer engagement Develop Analytics & Insights tools to visualize performance and automate exception management/alerts Lead Demand Community of Practice meetings and Office Hours Lead and participate in cross-functional problem solving (A3/DMAIC) to address systemic issues and deploy improvements across Medtronic Conduct internal and external benchmarking Qualifications
Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of 5 years in supply chain demand planning and S&OP, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of similar experience Nice to Have Expert knowledge of demand planning and financial planning processes Knowledge of supply chain best practices, including IBP/S&OP Strong business acumen and understanding of different commercial operating models Project management skills with cross-functional leadership; knowledge of PMI processes and PMP accreditation Mastery of supply chain systems (Blue Yonder, SAP, ECC, APO, Manugistics, BI, Tableau, etc.); experience deploying new systems and processes Innovative, proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset Strong interpersonal, collaboration, negotiation, and facilitation skills across multiple functions and global teams Coaching mindset with the ability to drive employee engagement, inclusion, and development Excellent communication, organizational, change management, stakeholder engagement, and influence Lean Sigma Green or Black Belt with DMAIC familiarity Work Environment & Benefits
This role requires in-person collaboration with a commitment to cross-functional teamwork. Medtronic provides a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. Details regarding location-based compensation, eligibility for incentive plans, and benefits are explained in the company materials. Equal Opportunity
Medtronic is an equal employment opportunity employer. Medtronic provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. See company policy for additional details.
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Demand Planning Program Manager—IBP COE at Medtronic. You will serve as the tactical demand planning process lead on the Demand Center of Excellence, supporting the supply chain planning system and process documentation. This role is part of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Center of Excellence and focuses on improving standard processes and systems. Medtronic is driving a functional transformation focused on IBP, S&OE, and standard operating mechanisms. The GO&SC organization seeks to advance financial maturity and excellence in IBP while championing healthcare access and equity. The company emphasizes in-person collaboration, with a commitment to professional growth and cross-functional teamwork. Please note: The application window is indicated as closing on 31 Oct 2025. Responsibilities
Analyze, develop, and implement long-term supply chain strategies to enable best-in-class demand forecasting and align with business goals Support business execution of new programs and initiatives to improve forecasting for promotions, events, and portfolio complexity (including new product launches, versioning, and phase-outs) Monitor key S&OP performance indicators and cost-to-serve data; coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain initiatives Develop roadmaps and drive continuous improvement for the demand planning system (Blue Yonder) Support deployment of the end-to-end supply chain planning system related to demand planning (Blue Yonder) Develop and maintain standard processes, RACI matrices, and how-to guides for day-to-day tactical demand planning Drive adoption of standard processes and systems through education, training, and Voice of the Customer engagement Develop Analytics & Insights tools to visualize performance and automate exception management/alerts Lead Demand Community of Practice meetings and Office Hours Lead and participate in cross-functional problem solving (A3/DMAIC) to address systemic issues and deploy improvements across Medtronic Conduct internal and external benchmarking Qualifications
Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of 5 years in supply chain demand planning and S&OP, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of similar experience Nice to Have Expert knowledge of demand planning and financial planning processes Knowledge of supply chain best practices, including IBP/S&OP Strong business acumen and understanding of different commercial operating models Project management skills with cross-functional leadership; knowledge of PMI processes and PMP accreditation Mastery of supply chain systems (Blue Yonder, SAP, ECC, APO, Manugistics, BI, Tableau, etc.); experience deploying new systems and processes Innovative, proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset Strong interpersonal, collaboration, negotiation, and facilitation skills across multiple functions and global teams Coaching mindset with the ability to drive employee engagement, inclusion, and development Excellent communication, organizational, change management, stakeholder engagement, and influence Lean Sigma Green or Black Belt with DMAIC familiarity Work Environment & Benefits
This role requires in-person collaboration with a commitment to cross-functional teamwork. Medtronic provides a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. Details regarding location-based compensation, eligibility for incentive plans, and benefits are explained in the company materials. Equal Opportunity
Medtronic is an equal employment opportunity employer. Medtronic provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. See company policy for additional details.
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