Job Description
Director of Planning Location United States :
We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.
At Laborie, we know the work we do matters - it's what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you're ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we'd like to meet you.
We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We're not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion. Who We're Looking For: The Director of Planning is a strategic leadership role tasked with developing and executing the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) strategy for global operations. This position drives end-to-end supply chain planning, aligning with business objectives to optimize inventory, enhance operational efficiency, and support company growth. The Director will collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategies that improve supply chain performance, analyze business trends, and lead global planning initiatives. Responsible for high-impact projects with aggressive timelines, the role is accountable for measurable outcomes in forecast accuracy, on-time delivery, inventory turns, cost reduction, and process improvements. About the Role: - Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the SIOP strategy to ensure accurate forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management. Facilitate monthly SIOP meetings with key stakeholders.
- Global Oversight: Oversee the planning function across all sites globally, ensuring consistency and alignment with the overall supply chain strategy.
- Inventory Management: Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock. Implement inventory control measures and monitor performance.
- Demand Planning: Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to develop accurate demand forecasts. Utilize data analytics to predict market trends and customer needs.
- Capacity Planning: Assess production capacity and resource requirements to meet demand forecasts. Coordinate with manufacturing and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain activities. Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Risk Management: Identify potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure business continuity through proactive planning and contingency measures.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of supply chain planners. Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain processes. Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies. Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Minimum Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain planning, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record in SIOP and end-to-end supply chain management. SAP S4 HANA experience a plus.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in supply chain software and tools.
- Certifications: APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar certifications are a plus
- Preferred Locations: Portsmouth, NH or Plymouth, MN
Why Laborie: Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries. - Paid time off and paid volunteer time
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Parental Leave and Adoption Services
- Health and Wellness Programs and Events
- Awarded 2024 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level
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