Director, Integrated Demand and Supply Planning

Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time!  

Immatics is at the forefront of immunotherapy innovation, working to harness the power of T cells to transform cancer treatment.  

 Immatics is an exceptional clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company active in the discovery and development of T cells redirecting cancer immunotherapies. We use these powerful T cells to develop groundbreaking immunotherapies that target cancer cells. We are dedicated to transforming cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and advanced TCR technology. 

Why Join Us? 

• Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy. 

• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth. 

• Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally. 

We are seeking a Director of Integrated Demand and Supply Planning to join our Operations team. This role will serve as a key liaison between Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Clinical, and Development, ensuring real-time communication critical to business operations. 

The Director will establish and lead site planning functions, including developing the Master Production Schedule (MPS), implementing planning tools and processes, and integrating long-range supply and demand planning. This position will also support the implementation of GMP Supply Chain procedures for clinical and commercial manufacturing and partner closely with global colleagues. 

Additional responsibilities include leading ERP and digital system implementations to enable robust planning, scheduling, inventory management, and capacity forecasting capabilities. 

FLSA Classification: Salary, Exempt  
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday to Friday; On-site  
Reports to: Senior Director, Supply Chain and Procurement 
Location: 13203 Murphy Road Suite 100 Stafford, TX 77477  

What You’ll Do: 

As a Director of Integrated Demand and Supply Planning, you will play a key role in supporting our Operations team:  

• Act as the main point of contact for all communication and coordination between the Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Clinical, and Development teams, ensuring accurate and timely exchange of information critical to demand planning, material forecasting, and capacity management.  

• Develop, implement, and manage a robust Master Production Schedule (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, material availability, and quality release/disposition timelines. 

• Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes at the site and Global level, incorporating both tactical and strategic planning horizons. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Clinical, Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supply Chain, and Commercial to ensure feasible and optimized integrated site operational plan. 

• Create and maintain scenario planning tools to assess the impact of changes in demand, supply interruptions, or operational constraints. 

• Serve as the site planning SME during internal and external audits, inspections, and cross-functional meetings. 

• Analyze capacity and labor utilization to identify constraints and propose solutions to optimize throughput. 

• Establish planning and material KPIs and metrics; monitor performance and drive continuous improvement. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to relay critical business information, supporting efficient production and supply chain operations. 

• Utilize SAP expertise within the Store to Ship (S2S) and  Plan to Produce (P2P) modules to manage and optimize planning processes and material management. 

• Monitor and adjust production schedules and process orders based on real-time data, production capacity, and supply chain dynamics to meet business objectives. 

• Analyze demand and inventory levels to ensure the accurate forecasting and alignment of materials and production requirements. Provide inventor control strategies to senior management balancing on-hand inventory and Expiry/Obsolescence.  

• Identify and resolve discrepancies between supply chain and manufacturing operations, troubleshooting issues and implementing corrective actions when needed. 

• Provide timely and accurate reports on production schedules, materials availability, process order status, and performance metrics to senior management. 

• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure materials are available for production based on forecasted requirements. 

• Ensure compliance with company standards and best practices in all aspects of production planning and materials management. 

• Leverage data-driven insights to continuously improve planning processes, enhance efficiency, and support business growth. 

• Collaborate with Commercial and Clinical to lead regular updates of Site Capacity Model and identification of bottlenecks. Work with global teams to develop strategic options for resolution. 

 Secondary Functions:  

• Partner with IT/Systems teams to optimize planning tools and SAP system modules. 

• Support material planning and inventory management initiatives to align with production schedules and reduce inventory obsolescence. 

• Lead or support projects focused on digital transformation, automation, and planning process improvements. 

• Mentor and develop planning capabilities in adjacent teams ahead of future team expansion. 

• Assist in budget and headcount forecasting based on production scenarios 

Required Experience and Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 

• Familiarity with industry best practices for production planning, materials management, and supply chain management. 

• Greater than 5 years of direct SAP experience within the Plan to Produce and/or Materials Management Modules 

• In-depth understanding of production planning processes, inventory management, and supply chain dynamics, with the ability to manage schedules, demand, and supply balance effectively. 

• Deep understanding of end-to-end planning in a clinical or commercial manufacturing setting, especially in cell or gene therapy. 

• Proven experience in developing and managing a Master Production Schedule in a dynamic and highly regulated environment. 

• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel or planning tools. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.. 

Preferred Experience and Education:  

• Previous Experience with an ERP Implementation  

• Certifications such as APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) 

• Experience with early-stage commercialization or new product introduction in a small to mid-size biotech company. 

• Knowledge of cell therapy process flow, including apheresis scheduling, cleanroom constraints, and QC release challenges. 

Competencies:  

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect planning decisions to long-term business goals. 

• Executional Rigor: Delivers against commitments with a strong attention to detail. 

• Problem Solving: Structured approach to identify root causes and develop viable solutions. 

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Builds strong relationships and alignment across departments. 

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving, and ambiguous environment. 

• Leadership: Demonstrates ownership and initiative; capable of leading without formal authority. 

• Excellent written, verbal communication and problem-solving skills.  

• Ability to comprehend, understand and follow procedures in accordance with CFR, OSHA, GMP and other nationally accredited agency guidelines.   

• Positive, optimistic demeanor with high integrity.  

• The ability to remain flexible in a dynamic work environment and adjust priorities in a timely manner.  

• A strong attention to detail, problem solving, time management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple objectives.  

• Must be able to follow standard operating procedures, written and verbal instructions. 

Work Environment:  

This is a sedentary position (at least 50% of the time) primarily based in a typical office environment. The role may involve frequent interruptions with moderate noise levels and regular use of printers, copiers, scanners, computers, and other standard office equipment. The ability to sit, walk, talk, hear, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is required. Occasional lifting of objects up to 25 lbs may be expected. 

In addition to the office setting, this role will also be expected to work in cleanroom environments, mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, facilities support areas, and laboratory spaces as needed to support cross-functional operations. Activities in these areas may require the use of full personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with established SOPs and safety protocols. 

Physical demands: 

• Communicating Verbally – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others to convey detailed spoken instructions or other workers accurately, loudly or quickly. 

• Hearing – the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds one-on-one, group or conference, telephone, and other sounds. 

• Keyboarding – entering data or text into a computer or other machine by means of a keyboard. Devices include a traditional keyboard, 10 key-pad, touch screens and others.  

• Lifting - raising or lowering an object (up to 25 lbs) from one level to another (includes upward pulling). Carrying is to transport an object – usually by holding it in the hands or arms but may occur on the shoulder. 

• Near Visual Acuity – clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (working with small objects, reading small print, including the use of computers).  

• Pushing - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the object. 

• Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force.  

• Sitting – remaining in a sitting position for at least 50% of the time. 

• Standing/Walking - remain on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation.  

• Stooping – occasional bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. 

Work authorization/security clearance requirements :  

Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required. Immatics participates in E-Verify and all new employees will be subject to the Department of Homeland Security requirements for employment.   

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:   

Immatics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

What do we offer?  

At Immatics, we believe in investing in our team’s health, safety and well-being. Here’s what you can expect if you join Immatics 

Comprehensive Benefits:  

• Competitive rates for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• 4 weeks of Paid Time off, granted up front each year and prorated for first and last year of employment. 

• Sick Time Off – 56 hours  

• 12 Paid Holidays  

• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance up to at 1x annual salary

• 100% Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage  

• 401(k) with Immediate Eligibility  & company match… 

• You are eligible for 401(k) plan participation as of your first paycheck. 

• The company will match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your base salary for the first two years of employment, 4% for years 2-3 of employment, and up to 5% of your salary from the fourth year onward of continued employment. 

• Partially paid Parental Leave for eligible employees. (3 weeks) 

• Additional voluntary employee paid coverages including  Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Employee Paid Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.  

Professional Growth:  

• Opportunities to work with leading experts in the field of T-cell immunotherapy.  

• Company provided learning and development opportunities 

• Fast paced, high demand collaborative and dynamic environment.