Connecting the Dots: The Power of Supply Chain Planning with John Finnigan and Stefan Sehorsch
In this episode of End-to-End Insights, host Nicole Quigley, Content Marketing Manager, sits down with John Finnigan, VP Supply Chain Planning, and Stefan Sehorsch, Supply Chain Planning Manager II, to explore how supply chain planning has evolved into a critical business capability. Together, they discuss how strong planning helps organizations connect customer demand, supply realities, operations, and financial priorities to make faster, more informed decisions.
The conversation takes a closer look at how ongoing volatility, material constraints, shifting demand, and growing operational complexity are changing the role of planning. John and Stefan share why the goal isn't to create a perfect forecast, but to build a connected view of the business, understand potential trade-offs, and quickly turn insights into action.
They also explore the importance of clean data, cross-functional alignment, scenario planning, and technology in helping organizations move from reactive firefighting to proactive decision-making.
Listeners can expect
- A practical look at how supply chain planning connects demand, supply, operations, and financial priorities
- Real insight into why speed, scenario planning, clean data, and cross-functional alignment are increasingly important in a volatile environment
- Actionable takeaways for supply chain leaders: strengthen the fundamentals, create a shared view of the business, and use planning to move from firefighting to faster, more proactive decisions
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