Manager, Demand & Supply Planning

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Morrisville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB Anduril’s Planning team is seeking an Manager, Demand & Supply Planning to join our team. The Planning team is responsible for planning material and builds to support rapidly iterating and building of cutting-edge defense hardware, including static equipment, mobile ground equipment, and flight vehicles. The Manager Demand & Supply Planning will manage a team of Demand & Supply Planners in executing S&OP and providing in-depth analysis for our business partners. They will ultimately be responsible for sending the correct signals to Purchasing and Manufacturing on what and when to buy or build for each of the supported product lines. The addition of this role is pivotal in transforming our Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, empowering our operations to not only meet but exceed our financial objectives. This strategic hire will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and enhancing our ability to forecast, plan, and execute with greater precision and efficiency. The right person for this role has demonstrated ownership and experience solving complex operational challenges with creative solutions in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. This person will be flexible to provide support wherever needed to ensure products are built and shipped under stringent quality standards. If you are someone who thrives in such an environment, then this role is for you! WHAT YOU'LL DO Develop and execute supply & demand plans that support the company's sales forecasts and business strategies. Lead the Supply & Demand planning team to ensure efficient and effective execution of planning activities. Collaborate through S&OP with various departments, including sales, operations, and finance, to gather relevant data for accurate supply forecasting. Effectively distill and communicate complex scenarios to executives for strategic decision-making and alignment. Manage inventory levels to meet service level targets while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory. Monitor supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and address any supply chain disruptions proactively. Optimize supply & demand planning processes through continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency. Implement and maintain planning systems and tools to improve planning accuracy and visibility across the organization. Define Key Performance metrics for Supply & Demand Planning functions. Prepare and present regular reports on program performance, including inventory metrics and risk assessments. Support new product launches by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure material readiness and timely market entry. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (i.e. manufacturing, engineering, analytics, computer science, etc.) or business field (i.e. finance, economics, supply chain management, business administration, marketing, etc.) 8 years of experience in a supply chain or production role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment with complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies. 3 years of experience managing a direct team. Demonstrated ability to completely own complex value chains from start to finish, coordinating between multiple internal and internal parties to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to quality standards. Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Netsuite, and CRM systems like Salesforce Ability to demonstrate a willingness to take on substantial responsibility across supply chain, logistics, engineering, and supply planning functions with a bias towards speed and accuracy. Strong technical expertise including ability to read technical documentation, drawings, and CAD data, understanding of a variety of hardware manufacturing processes for both electronics (PCBAs, sensor hardware, etc.) and structures/mechanisms. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Morrisville, NC. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree or other higher education. Ability to demonstrate a willingness to take on substantial responsibility across supply chain, logistics, engineering, and supply planning functions with a bias towards speed and accuracy. Strong experience with SQL databases, including building custom queries for production and inventory metrics. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlikview. Knowledge of supply chain planning systems like Blue Yonder and best practices in demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP. Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, six sigma principles, and big data evaluation techniques. Proactive, able to take substantial responsibility across various functions, with a focus on speed and accuracy. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance. US Salary Range $99,000 - $131,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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