Principal Demand Planner

Medtronic

Principal Demand Planner developing demand forecasts for Medtronic's Advanced Energy and Lung Health centers. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and support sales operations.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Colorado, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $108,800 - $163,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in demand planning and forecasting, utilizing statistical methodologies and advanced analytics to enhance forecast accuracy. Proficient in cross-functional collaboration and integrating insights from various teams to support effective Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).

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Demand PlanningStatistical Forecasting MethodologiesERP and Planning SystemsData Visualization ToolsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Demand ForecastingStatistical AnalysisForecast Accuracy ImprovementDemand SegmentationAdvanced Analytics

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Blue Yonder (JDA)Kinaxis RapidResponseO9 SolutionsAnaplanPower BITableau

Industry Keywords

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)Integrated Business Planning (IBP)Medical DevicesHealthcareLife Sciences

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, integrate, and maintain account‑ or brand‑specific demand forecasts to support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
Incorporate key inputs such as replenishment data, point‑of‑sale information, sales promotions, marketing plans, manufacturing capacity constraints, and product lifecycle changes.
Improve demand forecast accuracy through analysis and application of appropriate statistical forecasting models.
Maintain and manage product demand history, baseline forecasts, and promotional demand projections.
Analyze internal demand streams and categorize products based on demand patterns to support forecasting strategies.
Align sales and marketing intelligence across operating units and integrate insights into forecasting systems.
Partner with sales organizations, national accounts, marketing, R&D, and supply planning teams to support demand planning and business decision‑making.
Lead or contribute to initiatives that improve forecasting processes, systems, and data quality.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 7 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, or a related analytical discipline
Advanced degree plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, or a related analytical discipline
Experience working with ERP and planning systems plus experience with advanced planning tools such as Blue Yonder (JDA), Kinaxis RapidResponse, o9 Solutions, or Anaplan.
Demonstrated expertise in statistical forecasting methodologies and demand planning best practices, with a strong track record of improving forecast accuracy through demand segmentation, advanced analytics, and continuous forecasting model optimization.
Strong cross‑functional collaboration experience across commercial and operational teams.
Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes and supporting systems.
Strong analytical skills and experience translating business insights into actionable forecasts.
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing industries.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)