Senior Manager, Supply Chain Production Planning

How you'll make an impact:

• Manage and oversee the work of assigned team in planning to the delivery of the finished product into finished goods inventory and delivery of products within own function and may indirectly manage cross functional or matrix teams as appropriate.
• Identify, validate, implement and improve processes (e.g., supply planning, buyer planning, capacity planning and S&OP) within assigned value stream that align with key business strategies.
• Lead in the execution of strategic initiatives.
• Develop talent and execute plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.
• Identify risk, develop and lead in the implementation of supply chain strategies within assigned value stream which may include negotiations with internal and external parties.
• Manage activities with the accountability for successful completion of all deliverables. Identify risk, develop mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolve issues, action item follow up, etc. in collaboration with cross functional and/or matrix teams.
• Drive a value stream mindset and culture of continuous improvement based on lean and Six Sigma principles and Production System (EPS).

What you'll need (Required):

• Bachelor's Degree with experience in supply chain production planning in a manufacturing environment or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria.
• Demonstrated track record in people management.
• Proven successful project management leadership skills.
• On-site presence required to effectively lead teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and support manufacturing operations.

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Certification in related field (e.g. CPM or APICS).
• Medical device industry.
• Expert understanding of planning concepts and requirements (e.g., CRP (Capacity Requirement Planning), MRP (Material Requirements Plan), Production Scheduling and Sequencing.
• Proven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite and related systems including JDE, Advanced Planning Systems.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making.
• Develop relationships and leverage them to influence change.
• Develop peer, cross functional and cross business relationships to maximize best practice sharing and team effectiveness.