Planning and Scheduling Specialist 2 at Millipore Corporation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Work Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Shift:
Department: LS-SC-DLPD3 Proc. Planning 3
Recruiter: Erin Wilson



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Your Role:



MilliporeSigma is hiring a Planning and Scheduling Specialist 2. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and monitoring the Planning and Scheduling systems, including SAP and related planning databases, to ensure that designs are optimized to achieve corporate business objectives. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, and other production and purchasing planners to accurately interpret Customer Forecasts and Demand Information into SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) and SAP MRP. Job duties include:

• Plan and schedule MRP


• Utilize process improvement methodologies and APICS best practices to drive business results


• Apply capacity models for long-term business planning


• Supervise the flow of materials from bulk to finished goods, including Production, QC, Packaging, and Supply Chain


• Identify trends and propose solutions for Supply Chain issues


• Understand corporate objectives and leverage points to achieve them


• Recognize behaviors causing discrepancies and offer solutions or training


• Coordinate cross-functional activities to meet targeted service levels


• Ensure demand planning systems function effectively


• Maintain open communication across the organization and serve as a role model


• Implement proper scheduling techniques to enhance operational throughput


• Maintain and analyze departmental measures


• Serve as a technical resource


• Address and resolve inquiries and problems, or delegate as necessary


• Support related functions in QC, Packaging, and Operations regarding throughput, efficiency, and quality


• Apply expertise to current and future projects (SAP)


• Respond to inquiries efficiently and professionally


• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned


• Demonstrate exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule

Who You Are



Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or other Life Science field


• 1+ years Inventory Management, Forecasting or Planning/Scheduling experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPIM and/or CSCP certification


• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Attention to detail and teamwork abilities, including training skills


• Proficient in PC applications, including word processing, databases, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access


• Solid mathematical background with knowledge of the metric system and unit conversions


• Familiarity with SAP or local planning system functionality


• Experience in supply chain management, MRP, capacity planning, forecasting, and planning and scheduling techniques
  Ability to lead cross-functional teams

RSREMD


The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination. Apply Now