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Job Title:Supply Chain Planner II - USA/Canada/Costa Rica
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
Required Skills:
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Job Description:
Additional Location(s):Canada-ON-Mississauga; Costa Rica-Heredia
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.
Supply Chain Planner II



Position Locations: Arden Hills, MN,Mississauga, Canada, Heredia and Cartago, Costa Rica



About the Role:
At Boston Scientific, the Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for demand planning activities needed to meet customer needs and market requirements as measured by key performance indicators for service level, backorder, and inventory targets. In addition, he/she will plan, monitor, and maintain finished goodinventory levels and related ERP system data integrity. Theywill possess the skills and aptitude required to plan product lines and provide cross functional supply chain support to key stakeholders in Marketing, Country Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Distribution and Service Teams. Theywill demonstrate a high level of analytical and execution skills and will build & maintain a network of relationships to facilitate completion of tasks and meeting of objectives.
Your Responsibilities Include:
1) Demand Planning
Review statistically generated forecasts with Marketing and Global Supply Chain team and contributes to consensus forecast creation.
Review Multi-Echelon Inventory Safety stock targets and approve changes, noting input elements resulting in change.
Work with Global Marketing, Country Demand Planning, and Country Operations groups to identify all known demand sources (customer orders, scheduling agreements, distributor shipment, consignment, etc.)
Maintain forecasts by meeting monthly with Product Managers reviewing past performance and future forecast.
Review manufacturing site transfer ramp up and ramp down plans to ensure inventory availability and minimization of excess and scrap.
2) New Product Launch Management
Primary or backup Core Team Member for Supply Chain on New Product Development Team
Develop launch plans, including forecasts, inventory targets, cannibalization plans, and introduction schedules with support from supply chain team members.
Execute launch workbooks and prepare distribution chain for product launch.
Collaborate with site specific NPI teams to ensure integrity of launch timelines.
3) Inventory Management
Contribute to the development of inventory plans.
Establish inventory targets (MEIO)
Monitor inventory performance to plan and targets.
Management of expired, excess and obsolescence reserves
Allocate inventory to regions in short supply situations.
Forecast inventory units and dollars per distribution center accurately to provide visibility to leadership.
4) Supply Chain Execution
Support daily/weekly/monthly planning processes utilizing Rapid Response (Advanced Planning System)
Manage global demand signal for manufacturing (net requirements)
Monitor manufacturing execution (Schedule Adherence)
Provide inventory analysis.
Proactively manage service level exceptions and backorders
Support weekly schedule adherence exercise with manufacturing sites to ensure mix/volume adjustments are triggered in a timely manner.
5) Contribute to monthly Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) Process
Review demand & supply balance. Provide input if balance is not adequate.
Lead demand management portion of SI&OP through data driven storytelling.
6) Achieve Performance Metrics
Service Level & Backorder
Forecast Accuracy
Schedule Adherence
Inventory Projections
EE&O

What We're Looking For:



RequiredQualifications:
Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Supply Chain Materials Management, or related field.
3 + years' experience in a manufacturing planning, inventory control function, or demand forecasting function.
Extremely strong PC skills utilizing such software programs as Excel, and relational databases.
Communication skills with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization.
Self-motivated independent worker
Detail oriented and organized, performs to a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.
Adaptable, flexible, and willing to accept new ideas, processes, and procedures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of DRP, MRP, and MPS
Ability for data driven story telling that supports context on changing market conditions and its impact to operations.
Preferred Qualifications:
APICS certification - CPIM or CSCP
Experience utilizing SAP or other ERP systems.
Experience utilizing Rapid Response or other Advance Planning systems.
JIT experience in a manufacturing environment
Continuous improvement experience including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing
Requisition ID:583546
As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.
So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!
At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance freeworkplace. Pursuant to Va. Code * 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran

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