Senior Production Planner

BD; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking an experienced planning professional in Milpitas, CA to own production planning for service parts, repairs, and spare components. You will translate forecasts into actionable plans, balance demand with inventory targets, and collaborate across Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Service teams.

Required are 7+ years in planning, SAP ECC/S4HANA, and advanced Excel skills; Power BI and data modeling experience are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business, or equivalent.
• 7+ years in production planning or related fields.
• 5+ years SAP ECC/SAP S/4HANA for planning functions.
• Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables, Power Query, and data analysis.
• Strong analytic and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own production planning for service parts, repairs, and spare components.
• Convert forecasts into production, procurement, and inventory plans.
• Balance demand, inventory targets, material availability, and capacity.
• Identify and resolve shortages and planning constraints.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Service teams.
• Participate in S&OP, inventory planning, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as SAP planning SME and support data governance and system enhancements.
• Support Power BI reporting and data quality improvements.

Skills

SAP ECC / S4HANA

Production Planning & MRP

Inventory & Supply Chain Management

Power BI & Data Analytics

Forecasting & Demand Planning

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-Functional Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Power Query

DAX

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Own production planning for service parts, repairs, spare components, and option kits.
• Convert forecasts into production, procurement, and inventory plans.
• Balance customer demand, inventory targets, material availability, and manufacturing capacity.
• Identify and resolve supply shortages, inventory risks, and planning constraints.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Service teams to ensure parts availability and customer support.
• Participate in S&OP, Supply Reviews, inventory planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the SAP planning SME, supporting planning processes, master data governance, and system enhancements.
• Support Power BI reporting, data validation, root cause analysis, and data quality improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain planning, materials planning, or manufacturing operations.
• 5+ years of SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA experience supporting planning functions.
• Strong knowledge of Production Planning (PP), Materials Management (MM), Inventory Management (IM), and MRP.
• Experience translating forecasts into production, procurement, and inventory plans.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of planning and supply chain experience in medical device, biotechnology, life sciences, diagnostics, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Experience supporting service parts, aftermarket, repair materials, upgrade programs, and installed-base products.
• Advanced SAP expertise including Material Masters, BOMs, Routings, Production Versions, and MRP strategies.
• Power BI experience, including report administration and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Power Query, DAX, and data modeling.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD).
• Experience with ERP implementations, upgrades, or business transformation projects.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, FDA, or other regulated manufacturing environments.

Key Skills

• SAP ECC / S4HANA
• Production Planning & MRP
• Inventory & Supply Chain Management
• Power BI & Data Analytics
• Forecasting & Demand Planning
• Root Cause Analysis
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Continuous Improvement

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - Milpitas 155

Additional Locations

USA CA - San Jose - Montecito

Work Shift

US BD 1st Shift 8am-5pm (United States of America)

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Salary Range Information

$95,600.00 - $153,000.00 USD Annual