Sr. Planner, Supply Chain, Critical Care

For over 50 years, the Critical Care business within Edwards has operated at the intersection of groundbreaking medical innovation and improved patient care. Put simply, we exist because we’re committed to creating a world where every patient who should be monitored will be monitored with smart technology.

If you're eager to contribute your expertise and commitment to Critical Care’s mission, we invite you to explore these career opportunities. Those who join us or continue their current journey within Critical Care will play their own part in improving the quality of care and outcomes for millions of patients around the world.  

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On June 3, 2024, Edwards announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Critical Care product group to BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX).  It remains business as usual at Edwards until the transaction closes.  More information on Edwards’ announcement about the acquisition can be found here: http://www.edwards.com/newsroom/news/2024-06-03-edwards-lifesciences-to-sell-critical-care-to-bd

The Sr. Planner, Supply Chain will be working in a team environment within our Global Supply Chain to support enterprise Critical Care planning, responsible for the end-to-end supply planning process for Critical Care network manufacturing.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Leading MPS review on a monthly basis
• Partnering with manufacturing teams to deliver optimal master plan
• Participating in long range capacity planning
• Organizing product launch and product exit planning
• Proactively identifying and resolving supply issues
• Responsible for inventory management, assure adherence to planned levels and minimize excess & obsolete exposure (E&O)
• Replenish regional inventory according to regional demand and inventory target
• Responsible for global LIFR and back-order resolution
• Key metrics include Line Level Fill Rate, Back-Order $, E&O
• Act as the supply planning contact for outsourcing and transfer initiatives, to include processing purchase orders
• Implement inventory optimization initiative
• Assist in the demand planning process in conjunction with the demand planner

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years’ of supply chain experience OR
• Master’s Degree with 6 years’ experience of supply chain experience.

What else we look for:

• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong data analysis and data management
• JDE or similar ERP system experience
• Understanding of planning concepts and requirements (e.g., CRP (Capacity Requirement Planning), Master Scheduling, Forecast, MRP (Material Requirements Plan), Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP))
• Understanding of Sales, Inventory and Operating Planning (SIOP or S&OP).
• Proven expertise in MS Office Suite, including JDE, Advanced Planning Systems working with Demand Flow methodology.
• Excellent documentation, communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to transfer essential knowledge and mentor other team members on specialized skills.
• Represents leadership on sections of projects within a specific area interfacing with project managers and cross functional teams.
• Proven successful project management skills.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $78,000 to $110,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will accepted while this position is posted on our Career website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you