Job Description

Description

The Sr. Global Master Planner is a strategic leader responsible for optimizing global inventory and raw material flows to support the production of Invisalign across the APAC, EMEA, and Americas regions. This role ensures supply continuity, drives process improvements, and partners with cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence.

The position is fully based onsite, 5 days per week, in Rotkreuz (EMEA HQ).

Key Responsibilities

Forecasting & Planning

Develop and maintain monthly and rolling 18-month material consumption and purchasing forecasts for global production plants. Convert consumption forecasts into actionable purchasing plans for critical suppliers. - Ensure optimal inventory levels to minimize costs and maximize service.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary support for the Regional Planning and Purchasing teams in consumption and purchase forecasting. Collaborate with Regional Planning, Commerce Planning, and Purchasing to ensure material availability and compliance with inventory policies. - Partner with the Sourcing team and participate in quarterly business reviews with key global vendors.

Vendor & Data Management

Conduct inventory analysis for project transitions and provide data to support financial decisions. Maintain and optimize key system inputs to drive replenishment and inventory strategies

Process Improvement & Leadership

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance planning efficiency and create business value. Lead or participate in periodic regional planning meetings. Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 7 years' experience in global material planning or production scheduling, preferably in a multi-site manufacturing environment. Experience with MRP and SAP ECC / S/4HANA ERP-based replenishment processes. Strong project management skills and experience implementing new business processes and driving organizational change. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, including statistical analysis. Ability to prioritize and balance multiple demands. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority. Advanced knowledge of operations/manufacturing systems, including S&OP/MRP concepts. Skilled in MS Office with Excel proficiency (Copilot experience a plus). Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational skills. - Working knowledge of Lean concepts. SAP ECC and S/4HANA required. APICS CPIM/CSCP or PMP certification preferred.

About Align Technology

Your growth and well-being:

At Align, every smile matters. We're committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind. Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products. Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans. Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
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Discover Align:

We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.

Align's core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another-- ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.

We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.


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Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.