Demand Planner I

6 months ago


Bedford, United Kingdom Werfen Full time

Overview

Werfen

Werfen, founded in , is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.

Position Summary:

Follows agreed upon process to plan and control inventory of finished goods for warehouses/distribution centers to meet sales and distribution demand. Analyzes inventory levels, planned production, and sales forecast. Develops/maintains inputs to computerized inventory management system.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

Under limited supervision, plans and coordinates inventory replenishment with strategic partners; requisites purchase orders and interplant orders; analyzes inventory levels and inventory positioning to ensure compliance Responsible for meeting annual goals for inventory levels of finished goods product Projects and minimizes scrap exposure by identifying issues and proposing solutions Coordinates shipments to strategic partners, including drop shipments, replenishment, and lot management. Monitors forecast and safety stock levels, and adjusts accordingly. Maintains frequent communications with strategic partners on a variety of subjects, including order information, recalls, and shipping issues. Reviews stocking orders with strategic partners for product availability and scheduled ship dates. Allocates shelf life products for shipment to ensure that they satisfy the contract minimum dating requirement. Projects monthly shipments to strategic partners in terms of products, quantities, and dollars. Coordinates shipments with Werfen shipping operations. Develops and maintains inputs to computerized inventory management Reviews and adjusts forecast information. Communicates with marketing, manufacturing, and distribution to introduce new products into inventory. Prepares and distributes numerous weekly/monthly status reports relating to backorders, reagent planning, and similar Performs other related duties as assigned.

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

Key process related stakeholders, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Distribution, Finance, Logistics and Plant Operations.

Skills & Capabilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills Able to work well with diverse groups of people Courtesy and tact to ensure effective and efficient solutions.

Qualifications

Min Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

3 to 5 years of working knowledge of inventory management practices and procedures, material planning, and distribution systems; certification from Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) or other forecasting certification preferred. Familiar with Demand Planning and the Sales and Operations Planning Process in a mixed distribution and direct to customer Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Industrial Engineering or Economics, or equivalent work experience Experience working with products controlled by shelf life A minimum of 3 (three) years' experience in similar/preparatory work required Previous experience with computerized inventory and distribution management systems, preferably SAP Proficiency with computers, including spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs.

International Mobility:

Required: no

Travel Requirements:

Travel 10-15% at times If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. 

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5, employees around the world comprise our Werfen



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