BioTouch
Job Description
Job Description We are seeking an experienced
Senior Demand Planner and Production Scheduler
to develop and execute our integrated demand and supply planning processes across our multi-location organization. This critical role will manage kit assembly planning, and ensure all materials are available and on-time in accordance with build schedules and customer commitments. As the system owner for our material forecasting and production planning solution, you will bridge the gap between sales forecasts, customer demand, production capacity, and supplier capabilities. You will use statistical forecasting models, collaborate cross-functionally through our teams, and leverage advanced planning tools to optimize inventory levels while maximizing customer service and minimizing carrying costs. This role requires both strategic thinking and tactical execution—from using statistical demand models and facilitating weekly meetings to monitoring daily production schedules, monitoring material constraints, and resolving supply chain disruptions in real-time. Responsibilities
Demand Planning & Forecasting Analyze historical data, customer backlog, and customer forecasts
to develop accurate demand plans across all product categories and locations Work closely with Sales, Operations, and Finance
to coordinate cross-functional reconciliation activities on significant variances and refine forecast models to reflect updated assumptions Manage contractual commitments , ensuring system accuracy and reconciliation between forecasts and actual customer orders Document and retain history of planning assumptions
with audit trails for forecast changes Assess impact to materials availability and production schedules
from customer sales opportunities that may affect demand over and above the plan Production Scheduling Develop build plans for the Manufacturing team
and manage load leveling and bottleneck scheduling utilizing theory of constraints (TOC) for more accurate scheduling Execute planning runs
to generate purchase orders, transfer orders, and production orders based on demand, lead times, and inventory policies Utilize multi-level Bill of Materials (BOM) explosions
to calculate component requirements for manufactured finished goods and kit assemblies Analyze and action exception messages
(expedite, de-expedite, cancel, reschedule) to respond to changing demand and supply conditions Create and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
for assembled items, balancing customer demand with production capacity Inventory Management & Multi-Location Planning Manage inventory levels
by collaborating with Program Managers, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure timely material availability, minimizing shortages and excesses Manage dual-use components
that serve both direct sales and production requirements, ensuring proper allocation and prioritization Review material shortages, stock outages, and safety stock levels
while working with Purchasing, Inventory team, and Manufacturing to meet customer requirements Implement and maintain expiration and shelf-life management rules
to ensure FEFO (First Expired, First Out) compliance and minimize waste for time-sensitive products Further develop existing processes or procedures
to improve current days of inventory and cash flow cycles Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement Develop metrics to monitor forecast errors
at all levels of the process and ensure root-cause analysis and corrective actions are completed Provide insights and recommendations
to improve planning efficiency, responsiveness, and forecast accuracy System Ownership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as the system owner
for our demand planning and production scheduling software, ensuring optimal configuration and utilization Collaborate and maintain effective communication
with all cross-functional team members including Sales, Operations, Purchasing, Finance, and Management Ensure schedules are created and reported in a timely fashion
to assure assembling commitments are met and quality objectives and on-time delivery are accomplished Perform lead responsibilities
which may include training, assigning and/or reviewing work, providing guidance, and overseeing workflow Required Skills
Education Bachelor's Degree
in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field Experience Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience
in demand planning, production planning, forecasting, and supply chain analytics Minimum 5 years working in planning tools/software
and ERP systems 2-5 years of demonstrated experience
in fast-paced manufacturing environments Experience with
Bill of Materials (BOM) structures , routing, work centers, and manufacturing lead times Technical Skills & Knowledge Required: Knowledge and experience working in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
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NetSuite strongly preferred ; SAP, Oracle, Epicor also valued
Job Description We are seeking an experienced
Senior Demand Planner and Production Scheduler
to develop and execute our integrated demand and supply planning processes across our multi-location organization. This critical role will manage kit assembly planning, and ensure all materials are available and on-time in accordance with build schedules and customer commitments. As the system owner for our material forecasting and production planning solution, you will bridge the gap between sales forecasts, customer demand, production capacity, and supplier capabilities. You will use statistical forecasting models, collaborate cross-functionally through our teams, and leverage advanced planning tools to optimize inventory levels while maximizing customer service and minimizing carrying costs. This role requires both strategic thinking and tactical execution—from using statistical demand models and facilitating weekly meetings to monitoring daily production schedules, monitoring material constraints, and resolving supply chain disruptions in real-time. Responsibilities
Demand Planning & Forecasting Analyze historical data, customer backlog, and customer forecasts
to develop accurate demand plans across all product categories and locations Work closely with Sales, Operations, and Finance
to coordinate cross-functional reconciliation activities on significant variances and refine forecast models to reflect updated assumptions Manage contractual commitments , ensuring system accuracy and reconciliation between forecasts and actual customer orders Document and retain history of planning assumptions
with audit trails for forecast changes Assess impact to materials availability and production schedules
from customer sales opportunities that may affect demand over and above the plan Production Scheduling Develop build plans for the Manufacturing team
and manage load leveling and bottleneck scheduling utilizing theory of constraints (TOC) for more accurate scheduling Execute planning runs
to generate purchase orders, transfer orders, and production orders based on demand, lead times, and inventory policies Utilize multi-level Bill of Materials (BOM) explosions
to calculate component requirements for manufactured finished goods and kit assemblies Analyze and action exception messages
(expedite, de-expedite, cancel, reschedule) to respond to changing demand and supply conditions Create and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
for assembled items, balancing customer demand with production capacity Inventory Management & Multi-Location Planning Manage inventory levels
by collaborating with Program Managers, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure timely material availability, minimizing shortages and excesses Manage dual-use components
that serve both direct sales and production requirements, ensuring proper allocation and prioritization Review material shortages, stock outages, and safety stock levels
while working with Purchasing, Inventory team, and Manufacturing to meet customer requirements Implement and maintain expiration and shelf-life management rules
to ensure FEFO (First Expired, First Out) compliance and minimize waste for time-sensitive products Further develop existing processes or procedures
to improve current days of inventory and cash flow cycles Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement Develop metrics to monitor forecast errors
at all levels of the process and ensure root-cause analysis and corrective actions are completed Provide insights and recommendations
to improve planning efficiency, responsiveness, and forecast accuracy System Ownership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as the system owner
for our demand planning and production scheduling software, ensuring optimal configuration and utilization Collaborate and maintain effective communication
with all cross-functional team members including Sales, Operations, Purchasing, Finance, and Management Ensure schedules are created and reported in a timely fashion
to assure assembling commitments are met and quality objectives and on-time delivery are accomplished Perform lead responsibilities
which may include training, assigning and/or reviewing work, providing guidance, and overseeing workflow Required Skills
Education Bachelor's Degree
in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field Experience Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience
in demand planning, production planning, forecasting, and supply chain analytics Minimum 5 years working in planning tools/software
and ERP systems 2-5 years of demonstrated experience
in fast-paced manufacturing environments Experience with
Bill of Materials (BOM) structures , routing, work centers, and manufacturing lead times Technical Skills & Knowledge Required: Knowledge and experience working in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
–
NetSuite strongly preferred ; SAP, Oracle, Epicor also valued