- Assist in the daily, weekly, and monthly production planning processes for assigned production lines to ensure goals of service level and backorder.
- Assist in the development and update of a master schedule that satisfies customer demand, maintains stability in terms of material and capacity requirements and minimizes RAW, WIP, and Finished Goods inventory levels utilizing MRP firm planned order concepts and lean tools (i.e. kanban, pull systems, etc.).
- Interact with Global Supply Chain to validate MRP requirements accuracy.
- Facilitate manufacturing handshake during the monthly Committed Build Plan process.
- Provide material availability (and supplier commitment where applicable) information to the Production Management Team and available to promise to Global Supply Chain.
- Responsible for schedule/sequencing accuracy/prioritization and for monitoring delivery performance and schedule/sequencing adherence.
- Support weekly service level attainment meetings to proactively anticipate supply risks, initiate actions to prevent backorders, and communicate supply availability information to Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain and Operations management.
- Develop and maintain metric reports for key performance parameters including inventory analysis, schedule adherence, service level, and financial impact statements.
- Manage the development and communication of recovery plans on backorders and outages as required, implementing corrective actions to minimize future occurrences.
- Develop scenarios, analytical data models to understand or report on capacity, production trends, schedule adherence, production linearity, market level, etc. as needed.
- Maintain kanban (size, qty), yield, cycle time and master data in SAP as required to support the manufacturing process and provide information for budgeting, capacity, and planning processes.
- Assist development teams to ensure successful achievement of new product schedules by fulfilling Materials' PLCP/PDP deliverables.
- Analyze planning processes and problems and lead continuous improvement efforts utilizing Six Sigma and Lean tools. Report project plans, progress, and results.
- Actively participate and maintain active professional affiliations (APICS, etc.). Attend applicable training to support improved business practices and enhance career growth.
- Interacts with peers, managers, and senior management to develop consensus supporting planning strategies and projects. Ensure implementation of best practices.
- Monitors EE&O materials including analyzing and initiating steps to minimize financial and/or operations impact of carrying excess, obsolete, and/or expired materials.
- Maintain internal systems to ensure compliance with quality standards (FDA, cGMP, QSR, ISO). Implement corrective actions as assigned.
- Fosters a culture of compliance by operating within guidelines and procedures, leading by example, and focusing on risk assessment and elimination.
- Demonstrate adept use of SAP, Rapid Response, Power BI, etc.
- Reports summary performance to senior management and elevates appropriately.
- Maintains effective relationships with internal customers and/or sister plants.
- Bachelor's degree in science/engineering/business required or equivalent level of education and work experience.
- 2-3 years of purchasing/production or planning experience. Past experience with new production introduction/launches preferred
- Training or certification in supply chain field is preferred
- Proficient in MS Office, with intermediate skills in MS Excel
- Experience working with ERP systems or databases is required
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good organization and time management skills
- Use of Power BI
- Experience with SAP, Rapid Response
- Great analytical skills, data-oriented person.
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Descripción
About the role:
The Production Planner is responsible for scheduling production for medical devices under development or commercial units. Furthermore, they will lead the maintenance of appropriate levels of subassemblies and finished goods to support inventory targets prior to handover to sustaining team and work in coordination with Buyers or engineers to ensure the appropriate level of raw material required. They will also work in close collaboration with Operations groups to ensure Supply Chain requirements are met throughout the product development cycle or commercial demand.
Your Responsibilities Include: (Combining Production Planner + NPI activities)
What we're looking for:
Requisition ID: 582648
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
Benefits
• Life-Work Integration
• Community
• Career Growth
At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we're solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we're one global team committed to making a difference in people's lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life's work.
