Hardware Demand Planning Manager
Company: Object First
Job Ref: # 8514240
Date Posted: 2/6/2026 1:33:37 AM
City, State: Remote, United States
Salary: $110,000 - $150,000
Description
Go to end ⇓Hardware Demand Planning Manager
Location: Remote, US
Overview:
Object First, now an independent business unit of Veeam, builds secure, simple, and powerful backup storage for Veeam customers, engineered with Absolute Immutability to deliver true ransomware-proof protection. Our Zero Access architecture ensures no one can alter or delete backup data, providing cyber resilience by design. We are a fast-growing team driven by innovation, clarity, and meaningful impact.
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact by working with meaningful, high-performance technology? Join a fast-growing, innovative-driven team where clarity, ownership, and collaboration truly matter.
Position Overview:
The Hardware Demand Planning Manager is responsible for supporting the global demand planning strategy for Object First products, ensuring accurate forecasts that align with business objectives, supply chain capabilities, and financial targets. This role partners closely with Sales, Product Management, Operations, and Finance to drive end-to-end planning excellence, improve forecast accuracy, and support scalable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Demand Planning & Forecasting
- Own the end-to-end hardware demand planning process across all regions, channels, and product lines
- Develop and maintain short-, mid-, and long-term demand forecasts using statistical models, market intelligence, and cross-functional inputs
- Drive forecast accuracy improvements at product and GEO levels
- Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and development plans for hardware partners
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to incorporate pipeline, promotions, product launches, and lifecycle changes into forecasts
- Collaborate with Integration and Hardware Vendors to ensure demand plans are executable
- Align closely with Finance on revenue forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
Product Lifecycle & New Product Introductions
- Lead demand planning for new product introductions (NPIs), transitions, and end-of-life (EOL) planning
- Ensure smooth ramp-ups and ramp-downs while minimizing excess and obsolescence risk
Analytics & Process Improvement
- Create analytics and scenario modeling for hardware solution
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase planning agility, visibility, and scalability
Qualifications
Required
- Relevant work experience or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles, with significant hardware experience
- Strong understanding of demand planning process
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders at senior levels
- Analytical skills and experience with forecasting
Preferred
- Experience in server hardware, or complex manufacturing environments
Key Competencies
- Familiarity with global supply chains and multi-channel demand models
- Strategic thinking and executive presence
- Data-driven decision making
- Change leadership and continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Ability to balance accuracy, speed, and flexibility in dynamic environments
Why Join Object First
- High-growth global IT company
- Competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision from day one, 401(k))
- Paid annual leave & unlimited flexible PTO
- Flexible, remote-friendly work setup
- Modern equipment provided
- Growth and development opportunities
Equal Opportunity & Data Privacy
Object First is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our teams and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Object First's privacy practices. All candidate information will be treated with strict confidentiality throughout the process.
Make an Impact with Us
If you're looking to make a real impact and grow alongside a company that builds secure, simple, and powerful technology, Object First is the place for you. Join us and take your career to the next level.












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