Job Title:Senior Manager, Global IBP & Inventory ManagementLocation: Tempe, AZ (Onsite - 4 days/week)
Position Type: Full-Time
The
Senior Manager - Global Integrated Business Planning (IBP) & Inventory Management will lead the implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of the IBP process for a global business unit. This role partners with cross-functional leaders across
product, demand, supply, and finance to ensure alignment, optimize decision-making, and drive business performance.
This position plays a
critical leadership role in orchestrating monthly IBP cycles, facilitating executive-level reviews, and ensuring data-driven strategic decisions across the enterprise.
Key ResponsibilitiesIBP Leadership & Strategy - Lead end-to-end IBP implementation and governance across the business unit
- Define IBP vision and align with global processes
- Drive adoption and organizational change management
IBP Process Execution - Orchestrate all IBP stages:
- Portfolio Review
- Demand Review
- Supply Review
- Integrated Reconciliation
- Management Business Review (MBR)
- Lead Integrated Reconciliation (IR) and facilitate MBR meetings
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with:
- Finance
- Product Management
- Supply Chain
- Demand Planning teams
- Ensure alignment across financial, operational, and strategic goals
Operational & Financial Alignment - Ensure all functions operate with aligned forecasts and data
- Provide insights on revenue, margin, and demand variability
- Identify risks and develop gap-closing strategies
Process Improvement & Analytics - Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Enhance IBP tools, reporting, and data quality
- Utilize tools like Power BI / QlikView for data visualization
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement - Act as advisor to executive leadership
- Present recommendations and business scenarios
- Lead cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges
Must-Have Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field
- 3+ years experience in:
- Integrated Business Planning (IBP) / S&OP
- Demand Planning / Supply Planning
- Strong experience leading Monthly Business Reviews (MBR)
- Proven project management and cross-functional leadership
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, QlikView, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications - Master's Degree / MBA
- Experience in medical device or healthcare industry
- Advanced knowledge of IBP systems and tools
- Strong finance and accounting understanding
- Experience driving organizational change and process transformation
Core Competencies - Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
- Supply Chain & Demand Planning
- Financial & Operational Alignment
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Data Analytics & Reporting
- Stakeholder Management
Industry Experience - Medical Devices / Healthcare (Preferred)
- Manufacturing / Supply Chain-driven organizations
- Global business environment
