Production Planner

BioLegend, Inc.; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Benefits

401k with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

BioLegend, Inc. in Hopkinton, MA is seeking a Production Planner to manage the manufacturing schedule for reagents, chemicals and consumables in a fast-paced environment.

You will balance forecast information with inventory, scrap and service levels while coordinating with lab resources. You will work with SAP and SAP/APO to develop near and long-term plans, maintain stock levels at multiple sites, and align build schedules with forecasts, new products, and margin goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2+ years production planning with ERP is expected.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and forecasting processes.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, data reporting capability.
• APICS certification strongly preferred; Green Belt a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop near term and long term production plans using SAP/SAP APO.
• Maintain forecast performance and stock levels at local and international sites.
• Coordinate with manufacturing on BOM/Routing changes and costing parity.
• Align build schedules with forecast, new product introductions, and margin goals.
• Collaborate with sales, product management, and customer service to optimize inventory and responsiveness.
• Analyze data and structure reports to drive inventory and margin improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

ERP system experience

Forecasting

Data analysis and reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Access

Word

Job description

Summary:

To develop and manage the production schedule for manufacturing of research reagents, chemicals, and research consumables in a fast paced environment in a way that utilizes available forecast information to balance inventory, scrap and customer service level needs, while effectively utilizing lab resources.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize ERP system, (SAP and SAP/APO) to develop near term and long term production plans
• Utilize SAP/APO to maintain forecast performance
• Utilize SAP and SAP/APO to maintain proper stock levels in both local and international distribution sites
• Work with manufacturing to maintain parity between costing and BOM/Routing changes
• To develop initiatives to improve inventory, scrap and margin performance
• Must work with Product Management to align build schedule with Forecast
• Must work with Product Management to align build schedule with New Product Introductions and margin commitments
• Must work closely with the sales team to expedite and capitalize on fast moving opportunities
• Must work with both domestic and international Customer Service groups to provide timely stocking updates
• Must work with both domestic and international Customer Service groups to resolve order specific issues
• In addition to a firm understanding of fundamental planning concepts the position requires strong analytical and computer skills, including the ability to analyze data and structure reports

Additional Responsibilities:

• May be cross training into other areas of planning/procurement
• May require travel to other sites

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of experience of production planning experience using an ERP system

• Associate degree
• 4+ years of experience of production planning experience using an ERP system

• High school diploma or GED
• 6+ years of experience of production planning experience using an ERP system

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP experience
• High level of skill using Excel and its related data tools.
• Proficient in PowerPoint & Word
• MS Access experience
• APICS or similar certification strongly preferred
• Prior Green Belt certification a plus.

Compensation Range:

The annual base salary range for this full-time position is $62,500 - $83,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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For benefit-eligible roles only. Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed. Please reach out to your recruiter for more information.