Senior Director, Demand Planning

+ Directs and facilitates the coordination of supply chain business initiatives related to cost to serve model development, supply chain balanced score card and inventory turns + Functions as subject matter advisor for cross functional initiatives which include supply chain operations, packaging optimization, production operations + Provides guidance on short and long term capacity requirements at every stage of the supply chain. + Adapts production plan to acute business challenges to achieve maximum order fulfilment and cost efficiency + Ensures understanding of capacity at each stage of supply and throughout the distribution channels and partners ensure adequate capacity to meet short and long term needs + Identifies temporary or ongoing supply costs or quality risks and develop a plan to mitigate or accept these risks * Demand Planning + Partners with Customer Service and Sales Operations to understand sales forecasts, trends and risks + Drives and facilitates the development of demand plans and forecasts (Statistical Operational Forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function + Drives and facilitates the development inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs * Production Planning + Identifies internal supply chain strategies that provide assures order fulfilment with the best cost efficiency + Provides leadership for replenishment methods, integrated planning, operations management planning, and inventory productivity * Partnership with Supplier Management and Production Management * Distribution + Directs all functions of the logistics staff and third-party providers related to distribution activities + Assures quality and efficiency of the warehouse team, processes and facilities + Implement and manage appropriate agreements, pricing protocols, and minimum and maximum inventory levels * Facilities

this role MAY assume responsibility for some or all of the AtriCure facilities. + Organizational Leadership - Provide high level leadership and direction to the AtriCure Facilities department including development and implementation of short- and long-term facility needs based on growth projections. + Daily Management - Ensure that all AtriCure facilities are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and organization. + Assure all facilities operate toward these policies and associates feel safe, values, and proud of our work environment. + Financial and Legal - Work with the Finance and Compliance Departments to ensure that all AtriCure facility leases are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary to meet the long-term needs of the organization. + Establishment of New Facilities or Renovation of existing * General + Ensure that all procedures, budgets, and company policies are efficiently adhered to + Drives the Supply Chain Working Groups to promote close collaboration among stakeholders impacting the successful launch of trade and sample product + Represents the Supply Strategy function in various recurring supplier or product meetings + Utilizes knowledge to drive improvements and monitoring of distribution centers productivity + Effectively manages and fosters interactions between interdisciplinary teams and makes accurate evaluations of staff capabilities and fit + Demonstrates ability to direct, coach, and guide staff in both professional and managerial skill development * Direct Reports: The following functional groups will report into this position: + Inventory Management & Distribution (United States and Europe) * Regular and predictable work performance * Ability to work under fast-paced conditions * Ability to make decisions and use good judgment * Ability to prioritize various duties and multitask as required. * Ability to actively resolving issues with demand, capacity constraints and material availability * Additional duties as assigned POSITION SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for all forecasting, planning and inventory management activities for AtriCure Inc. This position directs development of a consensus forecast model, production scheduling activities, as well a global warehousing and distribution activities. This position directs the Supply Strategy function to develop and maintain, through collaboration with internal stakeholders, a comprehensive, robust, and efficient strategy for product supply throughout the global product lifecycle. The successful candidate must be capable of translating objectives into a deliverable strategy to achieve business goals and create a competitive advantage of the product portfolio. Focusing on building a world-class team, utilizing, and deploying Lean Six Sigma techniques, driving continuous improvement activities and achievement of superior performance across all (Key Performance Initiatives). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * Education and Technical Management Experience + Bachelors degree required or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience. + Project management and analytical skills + Comfortable driving multiple initiatives at a rapid pace, making thoughtful recommendations with available data + Expertise in operational planning and collaboration + Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and SharePoint and be able to develop comprehensive reports and analyses + Financial knowledge of budgets, cost accounting and variance analysis + General familiarity with forecasting software programs + Experienced at program management and analytical techniques * Industry Experience + FDA and ISO 13485 expertise and experience required + Proven experience with medical device design and manufacture + Demonstrated possession of in-depth and current knowledge of industry best practices and the ability to implement the same * Manufacturing Skillsets + Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control Diverse knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques and documentation + Experience in technical report writing and verbal and oral communication skills + Must be able to read and interpret technical specifications and illustrations + Problem solving/trouble shooting experience + Deep understanding of component manufacturing technologies including molding, machining, polishing, brazing, bonding, additive manufacturing, and various testing techniques + Understanding of facilities management including fabrication and maintenance. * Leadership Skills + Active, high-energy communicator who drives a company vision/mission to align teams, critical resources, management, and stakeholders + Demonstrated ability to develop business, operational and financial strategies, plans and programs that foster the achievement of organizational objectives + Ability to translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans + Creative thinker with exceptional process, analytical, management and relationship skills + A confident decision-maker who is capable and has the experience to make tough business decisions + Accomplished in building a strong link between the company and awareness of the needs of our customers + Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building + Must possess excellent communication (verbal and written), organization, interpersonal and presentation skills * Ability to travel 30% PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * 10 years of class II or class III medical device manufacturing leadership experience * Formal training in quality assurance (e.g. AQS certification) and / or manufacturing systems (e.g. LEAN, 6 sigma) * Advanced technical or business degree(s) or similar training * APICS/CPIM certification * CLTD certification OTHER REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to regularly walk, s

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