Careers that Change LivesAt Medtronic, we are driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life.
Join us, and help us make a difference in the lives of patients worldwide.
Senior Supply Planning professional interested in working in Surgical Robotics, collaborating with Contract Manufacturers and internal customers.
This role focuses on end-to-end supply planning, beginning with Master Production Scheduling, and finishing with delivery of product from our Contract Manufacturers to our Distribution Centers.
Medtronic is intensely focused on creating a workplace environment which reflects our standing as the world's top medical device company.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the patients we serve and an unrelenting desire to improve our business by driving supply chain solutions.
We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins.
Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.
To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic A Day in the LifeWe are seeking a meticulous and proactive Supply Chain Planner Analyst to join our dynamic Medtronic Robotic team.
This role is crucial in ensuring the seamless coordination and optimization of our supply chain processes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and planning inventory, demand forecasting, and supply chain operations to support our surgical product lines.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Analyzes, develops, and implements long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals.Supports business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns.Monitors key sales and operations planning performance indicators, cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.Analyzes, develops, and implements short & long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals.Collaborates with Contract Manufacturers, ensuring that purchase orders are placed at the appropriate time, for the appropriate quantity – generating a production plan for the next 3-6 months.Monitors inventory to ensure communication between Medtronic and Contract Manufacturer is aligned with net requirements, minimizing over producing and over purchasing.Supports business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns.Monitors key sales and operations planning performance indicators, cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.Performs continuous improvement projects for self & team; generating standard work documents, helping to improve current processes, and striving to make them better for all.Utilize data analytics tools to monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics.Effectively manages the supply chain to meet and exceed KPI's relating to service levels, net requirement attainment, inventory levels/inventory weeks, and backorder dollars.Liaises with regions, DRP teams, Customer Operations, Contract Manufacturing, Sourcing, Marketing, and Distribution to improve overall communication and process flows.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree required in Supply Chain Management, Engineering Industrial, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, Demand Planner, or advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.
Bilingual English - Spanish Communication and Business Proficiency, and excellent written and verbal communication.Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.Experience using SAP/APO, or other ERP systems.Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Power BI and PowerPoint focus).
Nice to Have Experience employing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system in supply chain activities, including using Material Requirements Planning (MRP).Experience with computer applications including Microsoft office.Master's Degree.APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain concepts and applications.Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written).Engineering degree or related fieldExcellent mathematics/analytics/statistical skills demonstrated through education or professional background.Experience managing projects and working in teams.Six Sigma, Lean and DMAIC expertise.Familiar with working in an ISO 13485 and FDA-regulated environment.
