Planner, Supply Chain​/Logistics, Logistics Coordination

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), applying to this role means joining Waters, a global leader in life sciences focused on regulated, high‑volume testing environments and innovative analytical technologies that support the release of effective, high‑quality medicines.

• Performs capacity planning and develops the master schedules for the bulk production in the plant.
• Monitors and maintains master data and parameters associated with the supply planning process for these products. Completes the process for resolving inventory exceptions.
• Develops the requirements manufactured subassemblies through analyses.
• Implement service strategies and drives improvements in customer satisfaction via increased product line fill and reduced back‑orders.
• Monitors and maintains manufacturing schedule compliance metrics.
• Collaborate with the DCM Planner relative to customer requirements and with Manufacturing and Quality on supply issues.
• Ensures SAP business processes are being completed in world‑class fashion.
• Directs the allocation and shipment of components and/or manufactured subassemblies manufactured in 250s and used by other BD facilities.
• Leads the periodic plant manufacturing bulk capacity analysis and presents results to Leadership.
• Leads special projects for the materials function as assigned by the Purchasing Planning Manager and/or the Sr. Supply Chain Manager, including direct assistance to other departments such as Finance, Manufacturing, Engineering, etc.
• Analyzes Engineering Change Requests/Orders (ECROs) to determine impact on production and inventory levels to minimize scrap and lost production time.
• Co‑ordinates with Division R&D material requirements to support special Engineering factory work orders as issued from Division.
• Monitors and maintains SAP MRP database information as it pertains to the materials function.
• Provides maintenance to master scheduling and requirements planning modules addressing exception messages daily.
• Analyzes inventory discrepancies in Work‑In‑Process stocking locations.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams such as Marketing, Sales, Finance etc., to achieve organizational goals.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain team to ensure adequate inventory levels are maintained throughout the distribution network.

• BS/BA with concentration in Supply Chain or Operations Management preferred.
• OR Minimum 5 years applicable experience can be substituted for BS/BA degree.

• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in supply planning using an ERP system required. SAP experience is preferred. Strong MS Excel abilities.

• Strong analytical skills and good problem resolution skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Leadership ability to run meetings and coordinate information across several functions / regions.

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Work Location:

USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton Circle.

Salary Range: $66,700.00 - $ USD Annual

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.