Sr. Manager Network Planning

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients- that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don't settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients' lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your Role:

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the continuous and efficient supply of finished goods (FG) across the global supply network, balancing customer service, cost efficiency, and inventory optimization. You will create and manage mid-to-long-term network supply plans, addressing risks related to demand fluctuations, capacity constraints, and material availability. You will play a key part in the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, supporting financial planning and ensuring supply stability across multiple manufacturing sites and markets. You will collaborate closely with Commercial, Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Procurement teams to drive supply chain excellence.

What you'll be doing:

Supply Planning & Network Optimization

• Develop and maintain an end-to-end network supply plan, balancing supply and demand across the medium-to-long-term horizon.

• Translate demand forecasts into rough cut capacity plans (RCCP) to optimize production efficiency and working capital utilization.

• Monitor and manage supply constraints, inventory levels, and replenishment plans across multiple sites.

• Collaborate with manufacturing plants, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure alignment of supply strategies with business objectives.

• Continuously analyze and optimize supply chain parameters, including safety stock levels, lead times, order quantities, and product life cycle management.

SIOP & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead supply planning efforts in the regional SIOP process, ensuring accurate supply forecasts and proactive risk mitigation.

• Work closely with Demand Planners, Manufacturing, Finance, and Commercial teams to align supply strategies with evolving business needs.

• Act as the primary point of escalation for supply-related challenges, resolving issues to ensure uninterrupted product availability.

• Partner with stakeholders to evaluate network design changes, identifying opportunities for supply chain resilience and efficiency improvements.

Risk & Scenario Planning

• Identify potential supply risks and opportunities, conducting scenario planning to mitigate disruptions and capitalize on efficiencies.

• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making.

• Develop and track key supply chain performance metrics, including service levels, capacity utilization, and inventory performance.

• Lead supply network contingency planning, ensuring supply continuity during demand surges, supplier disruptions, or capacity constraints.

Process Improvement & System Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply planning processes, technology, and reporting tools.

• Support automation and analytics advancements to enhance planning efficiency and responsiveness.

• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in planning systems, maintaining key supply chain parameters and master data governance.

• Implement best practices in inventory management, replenishment, and production scheduling.

People Leadership & Development

• Manage and develop a team of network supply planners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a high-performance culture.

• Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to enhance supply planning capabilities.

• Establish clear performance expectations and drive accountability for delivering forecast accuracy, inventory efficiency, and service excellence.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.

• 5-10 years of experience in supply planning, network planning, or SIOP within a complex global supply chain environment.

• Experience managing end-to-end supply planning processes, including demand translation, RCCP, and supply constraint management.

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional collaboration, particularly with Manufacturing, Demand Planning, Procurement, and Commercial teams.

• Expertise in network supply planning principles, including capacity planning, replenishment strategies, and inventory optimization.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable supply chain strategies.

• Advanced knowledge of supply chain planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Rapid Response, or similar ERP/APS tools).

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to influence across different levels of the organization.

• Ability to drive change, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of accountability.

• Comfortable working in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment, making strategic decisions under uncertainty.

Vantive is committed to supporting the need for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $128,000 to $170,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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US Benefits at Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan ("Aon PEP"), Vantive's 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Vantive's US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive

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