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The Supply Chain Planner is responsible to manage the demand plan (forecast) and supply for specified business segments (BD Interventional – UCC Urology & Catheter Care); participate in Demand to Supply (DTS), Business to S&OP (BTS), and Source to Pay (STP) for inventory purchases.
This position utilizes continuous improvement principles to achieve key performance indicator objectives, update systems (JDE) with long term demand planning volumes in line with business growth expectations, and drive for cost to service efficiencies.
Supply Chain Planning takes place in a real-time environment: timely determination and execution of the appropriate response to change is daily work.
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
The Supply Chain Planner is responsible to manage the demand plan (forecast) and supply for specified business segments; participate in Demand to Supply (DTS), Business to S&OP (BTS), and Source to Pay (STP) for inventory purchases.
This position utilizes continuous improvement principles to achieve key performance indicator objectives, update Demand Solutions (DS) with long term demand planning volumes in line with business growth expectations, and drive for cost to service efficiencies.
Supply Chain Planning takes place in a real-time environment: timely determination and execution of the appropriate response to change is daily work.
Responsibilities
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Lead and/or work with components of the Sales and Operations Planning process, which include consensus forecasting, financial planning and product life cycle management. (SIOP/IBP)
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Understand the requirements of major internal and external customers and determine how BD’s supply chain offering will align with the needs and requirements of assigned BD business units.
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Ensure the supply chain operates to meet the needs for all of BD’s customers on a consistent basis. Key performance measures of this include forecast accuracy, backorder, OTIF, inventory health.
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Accountable for maintaining minimum on hand inventory to meet required service levels, in addition to driving reduction of excess & obsolete inventories and providing solutions to decrease write-offs.
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Responsible for ongoing analysis, maintenance, and upgrades of JDE/DS. This will open opportunities for business process improvements in Source-to-Pay and Demand-to-Supply (e.g., purchasing by exception and consensus forecasting) for planning/purchasing, which the supply chain planner should initiate and sustain.
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Provide recommendations for the development and implementation of supply chain network changes, which can enhance service and reduce costs. Managing the supply chain will include analysis to make recommendations for improvements to the network and sourcing strategy.
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Work in a team environment to optimize the tools and processes that BD is developing in the supply chain.
Education, Experience & Skills:
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Completed University Degree – Bachelor / Master (in business, science, engineering, technology or other related field) required.
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APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP or equivalent) and ERP system knowledge strongly preferred.
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3-5 years related work experience, ideally within a customer experience driven organization to understand the supply chain requirements.
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Experience with JDE required
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Good understanding of business processes including supply chain, forecasting, purchasing and inventory activities.
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Proficient in the Microsoft Office software programs, with excellent skills in Excel. General knowledge of MRP planning systems or aptitude to learn technical applications quickly.
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Demonstrates planning and reconciliation skills; able to recommend and implement sustainable supply chain solutions to drive operational performance improvements.
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Self-motivated, strong analytical skills and detail-oriented intellectually curious and ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment and within a matrix organization.
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Ability to work independently and problem solve issues from a variety of known options.
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Must show initiative, with ability to anticipate needs, make recommendations, and take appropriate action.
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Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task as well as prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
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Becton Dickinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of abilities and provide an accessible candidate experience. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Accessible British Columbia Act, 2021, and any other applicable legislation, including provincial human rights legislation, Becton Dickinson will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform us of any accommodation(s) you require by contacting HR at 1-855-234-3577.
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