BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Analyze supply chain data related to supply planning, inventory levels, production schedules, and customer service performance.
Release weekly work orders and regional moves by region.
Measure execution, identify risks and escalate accordingly (detractors).
Share priorities when the plant is constrained by raw material or equipment issues, working closely with the plant planner, and communicate any service risk to the Business Unit (BU). Enter updates in the Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE) comments tool on a bi-weekly basis, and present constraint status, mitigation plans, and safety stock/backorder recovery timelines for critical product families and provide updates during the S&OE call.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPI’s) as backorder, Product Plan Attainment (PPA), and inventory levels.
Lead planner to planner meetings with both region and manufacturing plant.
Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Commercial teams to resolve supply issues, shortages, and service disruptions
Analysis on required capacity adjustments related to increases or decreases in forecast.
Provide the allocation plans per region, including expected quantities, timing, and any constraints that may impact fulfillment
Participate in capacity discussions and Pre Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes.
Contribute supply related components to Integrated Business Planning (IBP) including capacity plans, master production scheduling (MPS), and inventory schedules.
Upon completion of the design process, perform all manufacturing planning aspects to support new product launches.
Support scenario analysis and “what-if” modeling to evaluate impacts of demand changes, supply disruptions, or capacity limitations.
Query databases for information required for decision-making.
Ensure effective oversight of manufacturing operations and inventory deployment, with timely and transparent communication with stakeholders.
Education and/ or Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain planning, production planning, demand planning, inventory management, manufacturing operations, or a related supply chain function.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Experience working within ERP/MRP systems required.
Working knowledge of forecasting techniques, inventory management, capacity planning, and supply planning principles.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Additional Desirable Skills and Knowledge:
Master’s degree (MBA or MS) in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience with Advanced Planning Systems (e.g., Kinaxis, SAP, JDE, or equivalent)
Experience supporting Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or capacity planning processes
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build productive working relationships.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
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.
Prepare Executive Level presentations as required to describe current supply plans, allocation plans and constraints.
Plan (Work order releases and replenishment orders) and monitor capacity loading on assigned production lines
Contribute supply plans for product phase-out such that obsolete raw inventory is minimized.
Perform basic financial analyses for manufacturing absorption.
Ensure personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.
Must follow and comply with company policies and procedures, as applicable in the role.
