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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Business Planner - Systems and Racks - **Company:** d Matrix - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Oracle (Applications), Anaplan, SAP APO, Expertise in Kinaxis, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=333e026d67464ade ## About the Role Do you have a valid Certified Supply Chain Professional certification?, Do you have experience in Resource planning methods?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related; 5+ years in demand / supply / material planning, preferably in hardware, server, or data center. * Strong S&OP / IBP knowledge; BOM structures and CM / ODM manufacturing flow. * Experience with alternate sourcing and material liability negotiation. * Proficiency with planning systems (SAP IBP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, Anaplan, or equivalent); advanced Excel. Preferred: CTO / BTO server or rack-scale planning; L10-L12 integration and RMA operations; hyperscaler or AI/ML infrastructure customer dynamics; APICS CPIM / CSCP; MBA. Key Performance Indicators Forecast accuracy & bias * Build plan attainment * Ship-date commit accuracy * Inventory turns & E&O * Material liability exposure * BOM risk closure * FRU SLA attainment * RMA turnaround * L10-L12 on-time to customer-ready * Revenue attainment vs. plan ## Description * Design and scale the L10-L12 partner network (CMs, ODMs, integrators, logistics, deployment teams) for rack and cluster-scale delivery including sourcing, selection and ongoing performance management. * Drive partner/vendor contracts and lead the development and communication of supply chain responsibility requirements in all Statements of Work (SOWs). * Serve as the primary point of contact for supply chain risk identification, escalation, and resolution across active vendor relationships. Demand & Supply Planning * Own the monthly demand forecast (SKU / configuration / customer); lead S&OP and drive forecast accuracy and bias improvements. * Translate demand into executable build plans and rack integration schedules with Manufacturing and CMs; balance supply, inventory turns, and revenue attainment. * Drive customer orders through fulfillment and commit ship dates against build availability and component readiness. Material Management & Sourcing * Lead material management across CMs, ODMs, and internal sites; resolve shortages and protect build commits. * Drive alternate sourcing (AVL / AML qualification) with Commodity Management and Procurement to mitigate single-source and lead-time risk. * Negotiate contractual material liability terms based on lead times (liability windows, flexibility, forecast-to-PO rules); quantify and report exposure monthly. * Conduct BOM risk analysis for NPI and sustaining products; drive mitigation plans for long-lead, single-source, EOL, and high-liability components. Service, RMA & Lifecycle * Own planning for RMA flows and field replacement programs; ensure FRU availability and SLA attainment with the service organization. * Manage NPI ramp planning, EOL transitions, and last-time buys to minimize E&O and stranded inventory. 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