Demand Planner

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Demand Planner
📍 Taunton
🏭 Supply Chain | Manufacturing
Shape how demand becomes reality
At Novanta, we are looking for a Demand Planner & Scheduler who thrives on turning complexity into clarity.
This isn’t just about planning — it is about owning how customer demand flows through a manufacturing environment, ensuring that what we promise is what we deliver.
Why this role stands out
End-to-end ownership – from customer orders to production execution
Real influence – directly shape planning decisions and production flow
Continuous improvement focus – help evolve systems, processes, and data capability
Fast-moving environment – where priorities shift and your judgement matters
What you will be doing:
Translate customer demand into achievable production plans
Set realistic promise dates based on capacity & materials
Build and manage production schedules and work orders
Identify risks, constraints, and trade-offs early
Partner with production and supply chain teams to ensure smooth execution
Support data-driven improvements, including Power BI initiatives
What we are looking for:
Experience in demand planning, scheduling, or production planning
Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
Ability to make confident decisions in changing environments
Good communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
Interest in data and continuous improvement
Why Novanta?
A business investing in systems, processes, and people
Opportunity to make tangible improvements and see the impact
Collaborative, cross-functional environment
A role where your work directly impacts customer outcomes and operational performance
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
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