Planning & Materials Supervisor

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The Planning & Materials Supervisor for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for leading a team of Buyers and Planners to ensure production takt is met, aligning delivery and inventory goals. Regular communication with other functional groups including Production, Strategic Sourcing, Quality and Engineering is critical to this role, along with developing strong supplier relationships. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is part of the Supply Chain Department located in Miami and will be an on-site role.

• Identify opportunities and implement plans to improve OTD and inventory.
• Manage large supplier base insuring adherence to demand.
• Lead a team of Buyers and Planners.
• Manage large, cross-functional groups to drive improvement initiatives.
• Use the Danaher Business System to drive innovation and change.
• Mentor and train new and current associates.
• Lead and report on group progress against KPIs which include employee engagement, OTD, inventory and product availability.

• HS Diploma with 10+ years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5+ years’ experience.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience.
• Doctoral degree with 0-2 years’ experience.
• 4+ years in a materials planning/execution setting.
• Proven background in driving measurable results in working in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with S & OP process - at Danaher called PSI (Production, Sales and Inventory) Oracle ERP and Oracle Cloud systems.
• Problem solving background.
• Data analytical and critical thinking.
• Experience leading and influencing key stakeholders (plus ASCM certification desirable and IMAG experience).

• Health care program.
• Paid time off.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance.
• 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles.
• Remote work arrangement if you can work remotely from home.
• Additional information about remote work arrangement provided by interview team.

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