Planner Sr, Supply Chain
Position Overview
Responsible for analysis and developing recommendations to facilitate planning decisions during all phases of the demand and supply planning cycle (S&OP). Provide technical process and systems expertise to others, perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting and lead/ participate in special projects. Growth mindset, the skills to deep dive, and the ability to build cross-functional synergies required to drive continuous improvement across the organization and a stronger supply chain. Job duties:
- Data analysis and decision making to support demand. Provide analytical support for SCM planning, projects, new business opportunities, and proposals.
- Collaborate with Warehouse and Production for end-to-end efficiencies.
- Facilitate engagement of all factors in the planning cycle, including production, inventory control, distribution, finance, marketing, and sales.
- Prepare analytical models to ensure smooth planning and operations.
- Implement data collection to track performance metrics for suppliers, Production, and Warehouse.
- Analyze and identify impact of changes to supply chain’s schedule and critical path. Additionally, develop alternative paths and risk mitigation strategies to key stakeholders within company.
- Design, develop, and implement operational and financial analysis of supply chain.
- Use data mining, analytical tools, or statistical modeling to research inputs and develop scenarios for simulation models.
- Evaluate business processes, provide recommendations, and implement improvements to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Responsible for sourcing and management of suppliers in support of business activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field with minimum six (6) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and analytical approach towards problem solving in a matrix environment.
- Ability to analyze data, present findings, and make recommendations.
- Advanced computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and strong ERP usage and understanding.
- Medical device industry experience.
- Working knowledge of planning tools such as SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning).