Danaher

Overview

The Senior Demand Planner plays a critical role in driving the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process and ensuring an accurate, consensus-based demand plan for a designated Business Unit.

About Danaher

Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world’s most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, IBP/ S&OP, or related roles
• Strong analytical skills with experience using ERP/ demand planning systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP, Demantra, Kinaxis or similar) and advanced Excel and Power BI Skills with the ability to develop new tools
• Experience working in complex, matrixed, and global organizations with the ability to influence and drive outcomes without direct authority and strong communication skills with the ability to present insights to senior stakeholders
• Familiarity with Lean, DBS, or continuous improvement methodologies

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end demand planning and forecasting process for the assigned Business Unit, delivering a robust consensus demand plan that supports business growth, customer service, and inventory objectives.
• Facilitate the monthly cross-functional IBP process, coordinating Demand Review activities and aligning Commercial, Product Management, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance stakeholders around a single plan.
• Drive forecast performance and planning excellence through analysis of demand trends, forecast accuracy, bias, risks, and opportunities, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide business insights and scenario modelling to support decision-making, financial alignment, product lifecycle management, and strategic planning activities within the Business Unit.
• Act as the primary demand planning partner for the Business Unit, building strong stakeholder relationships, communicating demand risks and opportunities, and ensuring compliance with IBP governance and standard work.