Senior Supply Chain Planner Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
31113515
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Req #
ABLAUS31113515ENUSEXTERNAL
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Job Location
Scottsdale, AZ, US
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Job Category
Operations
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Job Type
Full time
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Travel
Not specified
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Schedule
40 hours per week
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Scottsdale, AZ location in the Cardiac Rhythm Management division.
As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Supply Chain Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP implementation and expanded use and will be responsible for driving various supply chain planning processes. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
What You'll Work On
SAP Expansion & System Maintenance:
Leading the implementation / expansion of SAP modules related to supply chain management.
Collaborating with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration of SAP systems.
Providing training, guidance and support to team members on SAP functionalities.
Updating Bills of Materials, recipes, and resources in SAP, manages change control and ensures master data integrity.
Reviewing and updating material master data on regular basis to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Using SAP to track and manage supply chain activities, including troubleshoot SAP-related issues to ensure smooth operations.
Inventory Management:
Monitoring and managing inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts, in partnership with site procurement.
Optimizing inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing carrying costs.
Implementing inventory control policies and procedures.
Monitoring inventory performance and take corrective actions to address discrepancies.
Demand / Supply Planning:
Predicting future product demand based on S&OP to ensure that inventory levels are optimized.
Collaborating with division planning to ensure timely availability of materials and products.
Coordinate with suppliers and production teams to manage lead times and production schedules, in coordination with production scheduling to meet demand, while optimizing resources.
Partners with manufacturing management to assess efficiency of manufacturing lines and analyze capacity.
Utilize SAP tools to analyze and adjust forecasts as needed.
Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for process improvements within the supply chain.
Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Lead cross-functional projects to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Proactively work with the end-user community to improve business processes and procedures.
Reporting and Analysis:
Generate and analyze supply chain reports using SAP and other tools, to analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making.
Present findings to senior management and other stakeholders.
Skills Required:
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in forecasting, inventory management, and related logistics.
Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with buying team, scheduling, production, and other stakeholders.
Problem-Solving Skills: Identifying and resolving issues that arise in the supply chain.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools. Organizational Skills: Managing multiple tasks and priorities efficiently. Adaptability: Being able to adapt to changing market conditions and demands.
Expectations:
Efficiency: Ensuring that the supply chain operates smoothly and efficiently. Timeliness: Meeting deadlines for production and delivery.
Quality: Maintaining high standards of quality in all supply chain activities. Continuous Improvement: Continuously seeking ways to improve processes and optimize costs/spend.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Working effectively with other departments and stakeholders.
Compliance: Ensuring that all supply chain activities comply with relevant regulations and standards.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree In Supply Chain, Business or equivalent OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Minimum 5 years progressively responsible experience in manufacturing or distribution schedule planning.
3 years of experience with planning/work order systems.
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in supply chain planning, with a focus on SAP implementation and/or expansion.
3 years of experience working in a medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
High-level of proficiency in SAP modules related to supply chain management.
Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCP) , or other planning related certification preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $75,300.00 – $150,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Job Skills
- sap implementation
- supply chain management
- cross-functional collaboration
- inventory management
- process improvement
- demand planning
- data analysis
- organizational skills
- microsoft excel
- attention to detail
- problem-solving skills
- material master data management
- analytical skills
- adaptability
- training and support
- supply chain reporting
- communication skills
Additional Information
Who We Are
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