Planner Job in Minneapolis, Minnesota US
Planner
Description of Work:
Position Summary:
Responsible for developing and maintaining top level manufacturing build plans, for existing and new products, that meet defined service level and inventory targets for the division
Essential Functions:
Global Sales Operations Planning process preparation and facilitation, including interface with Marketing, Sales, Production, Accounting, and other operations groups that are part of this process.
Clearly communicate agreed upon production quantities and mix to Production and other Operations groups.
Manage Zero back order goal - when back order exists full responsibility for back order management, status, prioritization, communication.
Production Plan attainment reporting and communication, including holding Operations accountable to weekly to SOP agreed upon production plans and notifying Accounting of variances to plan.
Set and maintain appropriate inventory levels that meet service level objectives to customers balanced with divisional DIOH (Days Inventory On Hand) goals.
Plan new product introductions and phase outs to achieve planned launch dates with targeted inventory levels
Monthly inventory management of excess, obsolete, expiring inventory, including developing and implementing solutions to minimize inventory write-offs and communication with Finance on write-off potential.
Proficient in ERP system functionality to perform job-including driving SOP agreed upon plans thru MRP to Production for build plans or Purchasing for raw material planning.
Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree required.
APICS or other Planning related certifications preferred.
Minimum 3 years experience in Planning function.
Medical Device experience preferred.
Experience with SAP preferred.
St. Jude Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer
St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce across all spectrums, including opinion and experience. We seek out creative, conscientious, confident individuals who thrive on taking initiative. In return for those qualities, we offer outstanding compensation, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.