Director, Demand Planning

About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
 

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists

The Opportunity 
This position is an onsite opportunity in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division. We are helping people with Diabetes lead healthier, happier lives.   As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers.  Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we’re committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels.   

As a Director, Demand Planning, you will provide strategic leadership for global demand planning and S&OP processes across the ADC Division, covering 3 Areas and 44 countries. Drive forecast accuracy, automation, and alignment between commercial demand, OEM strategic plans, and supply capacity. Ensure continuity in supply-constrained environments while enabling long-term growth and operational excellence.  

What You’ll Do

Demand Planning & Forecasting:
•    Manage global S&OP and demand planning processes to minimize business impact in supply-constrained conditions.
•    Support RLBE process by identifying risks and opportunities to the latest demand forecast through S&OP and trend analysis; validate supply capacity ahead of sign-off.
•    Identify gaps and disconnects between commercial demand forecasts, OEM strategic portfolio archetypes, and production capacity; recommend corrective actions.
•    Lead long-term planning updates (volume and value) as part of OEM process to align supply capacity with upcoming product transitions (e.g., Universal Reader, FSL3 form factor).

Process Design & Optimization:
•    Design and implement processes for managing constrained production lines, including cadence, tools, KPIs, and strategies based on severity of constraints.
•    Drive automation and forecast accuracy improvements to reduce excess and obsolete inventory costs.

Cross-Functional Leadership:
•    Act as primary contact for other functions; summarize key trends and implications for short- and long-term business decisions.
•    Represent Commercial in monthly (MBR, PMR) and quarterly/yearly reviews; identify process improvements and lead cross-functional projects.
•    Prioritize commercial launch requests across regions based on strategy, ROI, and competitive landscape.

Strategic Planning & Execution:
•    Lead demand forecast for ADC long-term strategic planning, supporting capital planning and OEM initiatives.
•    Provide insights and recommendations to executive management with clarity and simplicity.

Leadership & Team Development:
•    Manage a team of direct reports and dotted-line reports; build strong demand planning capabilities at Area and Affiliate levels.
•    Demonstrate leadership skills, including influencing others and directing team development.
•    Balance strategic perspective with hands-on execution when required.

Experience You’ll Bring

•    Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
•    Minimum 10 years in demand planning, S&OP, or related supply chain leadership roles.
•    Expertise in global demand planning and forecasting methodologies.
•    Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
•    Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
•    Proficiency in planning systems and tools.

Impact
This role ensures accurate demand planning and risk mitigation, directly influencing supply continuity, cost optimization, and strategic growth.
 

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The base pay for this position is $169,300.00 – $338,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

• s&op
• team development
• analytical skills
• demand planning
• planning systems
• strategic planning
• forecasting
• stakeholder influence
• cross-functional leadership
• supply chain management