Planning & Scheduling Supervisor

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

MilliporeSigma is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Supervisor. The Supervisor manages and provides leadership to a team of employees who create purchase orders, obtain quotations, evaluate bids, negotiate prices, make awards, correct invoice issues, resolve Quality issues, and resolve Receiving holds in the planning and purchasing processes of direct materials, scientific equipment, services, and supplies. The Supervisor also coordinates supply plans with suppliers to optimize cost, delivery, and quality and meets regularly with Manager of Operations Planning to provide input on alignment with departmental and organizational goals, KPIs, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ERP process for “buy” items while driving continuous improvements on material supply and inventory levels
• Investigation and resolution of quality notification issues impacting purchased materials
• Management of Supply Chain Planning and Problem Resolution Service Team
• Ensure timely visibility to material supply to support customer requirements and promise dates
• Establish new supply sources or escalate to the Group Procurement Function in a timely manner where vendors and suppliers are inadequate
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for procurement; monitor and revise Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure buyers monitor cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality and value
• Work with substantial discretion and sound judgment within broad guidelines; work effectively and with agility within a diverse global team, supporting local sites
• Function as advisor to Manager of Operations Planning regarding procurement projects, tasks, and typically collaborates with production, quality control and planning as needed to meet deadlines or resolve complex problems
• Develop and administer budgets, schedules, and performance requirements
• Compile information from periodicals, catalogs, and other sources to stay informed on price trends and manufacturing processes
• Use sound interpersonal skills to advance discussions and build consensus across the business primarily regarding own technical area or discipline
• Procurement projects as assigned or required by the business
  
  

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• 2 years of experience with production planning and/or purchasing utilizing an ERP system
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of Supervisory experience
• In-depth knowledge and experience in procurement practices, principles and concepts of production planning and in resolving issues as they arise
• Working knowledge of ERP System Master Data (Bills of Material and Routings)
• Oracle or SAP ERP knowledge
• Working knowledge of Excel, Business Objects, and/or other data warehouse management application
• Working experience MS Office Suite, with focus on Excel and Access
• Strong ability to complete both task and objective-oriented assignments with problems that are diverse in scope
• Effective professional interpersonal skills within all levels of a diverse organization
• Effective analytical, conceptual, and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Agility in adapting to changing circumstances, requirements, and deadlines
  
  

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

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