Senior Network Planner

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Job Description

Role Overview

The Senior Network Planner is responsible for driving best‑in‑class customer service and optimized inventory performance for finished goods across the U.S. distribution network. This role owns end‑to‑end supply and distribution planning execution for an assigned product portfolio, balancing service levels, inventory management, and operating costs.

The position requires deep, hands‑on engagement with BD's planning systems and active coordination across regional and global supply chain partners. As a senior member of the planning team, this role also contributes to strategic initiatives and process improvements aligned with evolving business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead finished‑goods inventory replenishment from manufacturing sites and ports to U.S. Distribution Centers (DCs), including inter‑DC stock balancing.

* Develop and execute inventory deployment and capacity plans to optimize inventory management and product flow across the network for assigned portfolios.

* Monitor inventory health across the DC network, identifying and mitigating risks to product availability and customer service.

* Serve as a subject‑matter expert in SAP/SNP, KINAXIS maximizing system capabilities for daily planning, execution, and active management of SKUs under allocation.

* Provide clear, proactive communication to internal stakeholders on backorder recovery, supply constraints, and expected product receipts; partner closely with Customer Service to support customer‑facing commitments.

* Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality Assurance, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Warehousing, and Transportation to ensure aligned execution.

* Support and influence the monthly Excess & Obsolete (E&O) provisioning process, leading discussions with commercial teams to reduce future financial exposure.

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, standard work, and network optimization efforts as business needs evolve.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

* 5+ years of progressive planning experience in areas such as network planning, inventory management, supply chain operations, distribution, or logistics.

* Experience with in the medical device, healthcare, or regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

* Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, complex environment while managing multiple priorities.

* Strong experience with MRP and advanced planning systems (KINAXIS, SAP/SNP strongly preferred).

* APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

* Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.

* Knowledge of MS Office, Microsoft Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred

* Hands‑on experience with KINAXIS, SAP, SAP SNP or similar planning systems.

* Proven track record of driving sustainable supply chain process improvements

* CI mindset with a practical, execution‑focused approach.

* Proactive self‑starter with strong ownership and accountability.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence across functions and levels.

* Ability to successfully complete planning case studies and knowledge assessments.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions…