Supply Chain Planning Lead

Inte Pros is currently looking for a Supply Chain Planning Lead to join one of our growing Medical Device/Manufacturing clients in Tempe, AZ. The Supply Chain Planning Lead will plan and prepare production schedules for the manufacture of device components for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device companies. Analyze production specifications, plant capacity data, and determine manufacturing processes, tools, and other resource requirements.

Plan and schedule workflow for production according to established manufacturing capability and lead times. Plan sequence of production, sterilization, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers. Confer with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects. Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. Prepare lists of required materials, tools, and equipment. Prepare purchase orders to obtain materials required in processes.

• Supervise and execute the S&OP activities to drive customer satisfaction and expose internal risk. Manage Supply Planning activities related to Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP)/Capacity Modeling and inventory management across raw materials, WIP and Finished Goods.
• Facilitate cross functional alignment through supply review processes to ensure accurate forecasting and coordinated inventory management across departments.
• Serve as the key driver for projecting revenue on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Collaborate with the Sales Department to analyze future demand and align internal production efforts to meet customer requirements.
• Establish relationships with the customers and suppliers in pursuit of win‑win results.
• Engage with cross functional teams daily, including Operations, Engineering and Quality.
• Utilize advanced data analytics skills, including proficiency in Excel and Power BI tools, to drive decision‑making.
• Direct the management of suppliers and the procurement of direct and indirect materials to support operational needs.
• Foster collaborative, strategic relationships with supplier‑customer partners along the supply chain to ensure seamless execution of demand.
• Resolve imbalances between production schedules and customer demand by recommending network options to support efficiencies.
• Analyze standard KPI trends at regional and plant levels to inform strategic decisions.
• Lead monthly execution meetings to focus on yearly KPI targets and monthly trends, driving actionable insights and improvements.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or relevant field required
• Master's Degree In related field preferred

• Minimum 5 years 5 – 8 years prior experience required

• Must have hands‑on experience with PowerBI
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Detail oriented with exceptional time management and multi‑tasking ability.
• Proven ability to develop reports and analyze data to initiate problem solving.
• Must be analytical and data driven in the decision‑making process.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, speaking, coordinating and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player with ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and follow‑up on requests.
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
• Minimum 1 year of production planning experience using advanced MRP system within a manufacturing environment
• Sound knowledge of MS Office required
• Sound knowledge of SAP (S4
  
  Hana) preferred
• Experience developing master production schedules, and resource plan required
• License and Certifications
• Manufacturing/Lean Six Sigma Certification-IASSC Lean, Agile or Six Sigma preferred
• Program and Project Management/Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred

• None:
  No travel required