Planner

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Cork; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DePuy Synthes in Ireland is seeking a Replenishment Planner to join the Global PP&L Planning Team. You will consolidate direct materials demand, collaborate with suppliers, and escalate risks to senior stakeholders to improve supply reliability.

The role covers procurement of raw materials and packaging, development of replenishment strategies, leading supplier S&OP, and driving continuous improvement in cost, quality and service while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, preferably Supply Chain related.
• IIPMM/APICS qualification is required.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably JDE XE.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials and packaging and manage intercompany purchases.
• Assist in development and execution of replenishment strategy and supplier integration plans.
• Lead supplier S&OP meetings and manage supply escalations.
• Maintain compliant demand forecasts and MRP parameters with suppliers.

Skills

MS Office

Six Sigma

Lean methodologies

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (Supply Chain preferred)

IIPMM/APICS qualification

Tools

JDE XE

Job description

The core objective of the Replenishment Planner is to work in close collaboration with the Global PP&L Planning Teams to understand and consolidate direct materials’ supply demand, collaborate with key external suppliers and business partners to identify and manage supply risks and elevate appropriate (senior) stakeholders across the organization to mitigate short to medium term supply risks, ultimately approving longer term supply reliability.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for procuring (new) raw materials and packaging supplies as well as management of intercompany purchases in adherence to defined procedures and regulations.
• Assist the global PP&L Replenishment team in the development and execution of the direct materials replenishment and supplier integration strategy, business plans, cost reduction standards and metrics creation and tracking.
• Lead supplier S&OP meetings for assigned suppliers and act as primary PP&L point of contact for any related supply escalations. Assist in the further development of supplier S&OP process and deployment across external suppliers.
• Institute a disciplined strategic replenishment process with a focus on continuous improvement in total cost, quality and service. Ensure global and local supply agreements and contracts are updated accordingly by Source partners.
• Review direct materials replenishment demand and respective capacity loads with supplier to identify potential manufacturing constraints. Partner with the supplier, Supplier Relationship Manager and site functions to resolve and mitigate potential supply challenges.
• Provide strategic influence while building value-adding relationships with key suppliers and internal customer groups by applying advanced knowledge of purchasing principles, practices, tools and technology.
• Support PP&L Planning teams in tactical recurring connects with supplier (e.g. for PO management) as needed for issue resolution. Facilitate the maintenance of accurate MRP / replenishment parameters for assigned suppliers.
• Responsible for forecasted demand consolidation, understanding drivers for demand variability, raw materials inventory targets and quarterly submission of Joints Direct Materials spend projections.
• Accountable for the timely submission and communication of supplier OTIF and PIT metrics internally as well as externally.
• Identify opportunities to mitigate or reduce against risk in the supply chain and enhance supply capability. Implement Kanban, VMI, leverage from network CONFIDENTIAL use pursuant to Company Procedures opportunities, e.g. centralized inventory and purchasing, and other productive methods to achieve results.
• Manage supplier relationships to achieve short and long-term business goals, in close collaboration with Source partners.
• Work with Receiving, Accounts Payable and other departments as required to resolve issues, reconcile errors and correct the root cause of problems.
• Review and improve supply chain processes assuring compliance with current regulatory standards and guidelines (Financial, EHS and Quality Assurance). Participate in audit preparation and support.
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
• Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
• For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that 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, if applicable
• Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
• Performs other duties assigned as needed

How to Succeed

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, preferably Supply Chain related. IIPMM/APICS qualification is required.
• Proficient in use of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and experience with ERP systems, preferably JDE XE.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior Supply Chain role within a high volume regulated manufacturing environment, preferable a Procurement / Purchasing / Planning related function.
• Minimum of 3 years procurement/sourcing experience preferred
• Experience in Operations, Logistics, Planning, and Forecasting
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Prior experience with JDE XE or similar ERP system is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Change Management concepts and tools.
• Knowledge of and experience in applying Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to produce results according to established goals and standards.

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.

about DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is the orthopaedic and neurological businesses of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare company. At DePuy Synthes we specialise in our innovations in healthcare products, services and programs that make a real difference to millions of people across the world. We specialise in joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, and also the VELYS Digital Surgery portfolio. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at DePuy Synthes.

https://www.jnjmedtech.com/en-US/companies/depuy-synthes

https://www.jnjmedtech.com/en-GB/companies/depuy-synthes

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