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The Demand Planner will be responsible for ensuring that our Machine Vision (MV) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) product lines meet customer demand requirements on time, and for building operational efficiencies within these two verticals. This individual will also be responsible for forecasting and anticipating future demand based on demand patterns, Sales & Marketing (S&M) intelligence, as well as industry trends while working with the Supply Chain Management team to analyze and manage inventory levels in order to reduce overall product lead time. This individual will be expected to build reports and presentations and communicate and explain clearly to both cross-functional peers and executive level leaders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Integrate MV and RFID into standard order fulfillment processes that aligns with the rest of the business.

• Lead SIOP cross functional collaboration and execution to increase competitiveness of product portfolio.

• Identify improvement plan for on-time delivery and execute.

• Manage supply commitments and advise on capacity/procurement/productivity gaps.

• Problem solves for Production/Service/NPI gaps through risk assessments and mitigation activities.

• Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.

Requirements

• Monitor supply/demand and communicate clearly and proactively to S&M team to avoid customer escalations.

• Strict compliance with the quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations.

• Implementation of the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist

• Have extensive relevant experience preferred with strong Supply Chain Management or Business background.

• Excellent written, verbal, analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Oracle strongly desired.

• Self-starter with the demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced unstructured environment with minimal supervision.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 10%

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.

• Ability to use vision to read computer screen and read printed materials.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The base pay for this position is $80,021 to $110.028 per year depending on the geographic market.

• Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.

• Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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