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Sr. Manager, Planning Process Improvement & Digitalization

Illumina54 open roles

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$141,600 – $212,400 a year
Where
US - California - San Diego
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What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Position Summary

Lead the center of excellence for Illumina’s Planning teams, driving consistency, best‑practice adoption, and cross‑functional alignment. This enablement-focused role is responsible for breaking down operational silos, strengthening planning capabilities, and advancing our digitization efforts.

Success requires strong influence across teams, deep understanding of end-to-end planning, and the ability to champion and implement digital solutions.

Responsibilities

Strategy

  • Own Planning process & technology roadmap, including optimizing our use of the SAP IBP suite as well as SAP ECC (S/4).
  • Intake, assess, prioritize, and execute improvement initiatives identified by operational Planning teams. Manage and report status to leaders and requestors.

Team Management

  • Manage and inspire a team of process experts driving Planning process excellence.
  • Create and execute training plans for the Planning operational teams.

Digitalization

  • Partner with Planning functional leaders, IT (IDS), Analytics (GOA), Finance, Operational Excellence, and other teams to execute process and technology improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure effective validation and change management for any process changes.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

  • Own Planning policies. Guide team members to maintain Planning playbooks and work instructions.
  • Ensure adequate systems, monitoring, and reporting are in place to demonstrate governance and compliance to established processes.
  • Serve as the key contact for audits of Planning processes.

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of Planning business processes, including the understanding of linkages between technology and process. Operational experience in at least one Planning discipline is required. Full-cycle Planning experience is preferred.
  • Technical, functional, and operational experience planning in a leading ERP system is required. Direct experience planning with the SAP IBP suite and utilizing SAP ECC (S/4) is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in process mapping with demonstrated track-record of driving solutions through continuous improvement initiatives and/or project management.
  • Excellent communication skills. Well-versed in technical and business process areas.
  • Ability to meet objectives by influencing and engaging direct staff as well as project teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions concerning people, budgets and deadlines.
  • Experience in FDA regulated environments preferred

Experience/Education

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12 years of related experience, with 3+ years of Management experience.

The estimated base salary range for the Sr. Manager, Planning Process Improvement & Digitalization role based in the United States of America is: $141,600 - $212,400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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