Global Planning Director

JOB SUMMA RY

The Global Planning Director role is responsible for demand planning, inventory planning and (supply) network planning for BWI for the Diagnostics, Access & Accessories, and Hardware / Software platforms. The role is responsible for attaining global key performance indicators (KPIs) including forecast accuracy (MAPE, bias), inventory (gross/net dollars, DOS), Slow Moving/Obsolete (SLOB), and customer service (OTIF) for the Diagnostics, Access & Accessories, and Hardware / Software platforms. This role owns key Supply Chain planning processes globally, including the BWI Global Executive IBP process, Global Inventory process and governance, and the Raw Material Control Tower process.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· For owned platforms, drive supply chain planning activities for the BWI business including demand planning, new product launch planning, inventory planning, and (supply) network planning

· For owned platforms, responsible for the handshake/transition of new products into the base business (from the NPI Planning team)

· For owned platforms, responsible for attaining and driving improvements to Key Performance Indicators, including forecast accuracy (MAPE, bias), inventory (gross/net dollars, DOS), Slow Moving/Obsolete (SLOB), and customer service (OTIF) for BWI business

· Own the overall BWI Exec IBP process including leading the global BWI Executive IBP with senior management to communicate risks, opportunities, and scenarios while driving decisions to support business goals

· Accountable for shaping and achieving Global inventory business plan ($ and DOS), setting safety stock levels, managing inventory tracking processes and reconciliation (i.e. actual vs. plan), and identifying/implementing inventory reduction opportunities

· Own the global, long-term demand and supply chain strategy for owned platforms, partnering with Global Strategic Marketing and New Product Management to develop demand scenarios and strategies. Collaborate with Manufacturing and/or External Operations on corresponding supply scenarios and strategies to ensure adequate future supply capabilities and capacity. Communicate and escalate concerns to management

· Build strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including Marketing, Manufacturing, Source, Deliver Finance, NPI, R&D, and Quality leading cross functional/ virtual teams where required

· Responsible for identifying areas to improve supply chain effectiveness and performance

· Conduct scenario plans to identify and / or close gaps (financials, capacities, inventory etc.) and drive alignment between business functions

· Responsible for identifying and driving improvements to planning processes (IBP, demand, inventory and supply planning) as well as optimization of key planning parameters

· Provide thought leadership and direction to peers through training and coaching

· Provide leadership to a team of supply chain planning managers and analysts by recruiting, training, developing + mentoring, and rewarding for high levels of company contribution

· Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level

· Responsible for ensuring subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition

· Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Government and Company regulations, policies, and procedures

· Performs other duties assigned as needed

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Qualifications

· A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required (preferably in Supply Chain / Logistics, Operations, or Engineering). A Masters degree or MBA is preferred

· A minimum of 10 years in supply chain or operations is required

· A minimum of 6 years of experience in two or more of the following areas: demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, network planning, IBP, business system implementation, and/or new product introductions is required

· A minimum of 5 years of people management experience required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

· Proven track record of challenging the “status-quo”, visualizing potential opportunities and implementing actions to build value is required

· Project management skills, with the ability to drive change and influence decision-making through multiple levels (Analyst, Manager, Director, Vice President) of the organization is required

· The ability to communicate clearly, making the complex clear and compelling to all levels of the organization in both written & oral form is required

· Experience in scenario planning is required

· Proven analytical/quantitative skills are required

· High sense of urgency, adaptable to meet rapidly changing priorities is required

· Understanding of end-to-end supply chain interactions and interdependencies is required

· Ability to develop, coach and lead a team of planners and managers in the execution, strategies and realization of departmental and company goals is required

· MRP, APS, and/or ERP systems experience and understanding is required

· High proficiency and advanced understanding in Microsoft Excel is required

· Manugistics, JDE, SAP, Microsoft Access and/or SQL proficiency experience is strongly preferred

· Six Sigma Certifications or Supply Chain Certification (APICS/ IBF) preferred

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Travel: up to 15%

· Occasional weekend/travel work may be required as necessary