Abbott
Demand Planner
Abbott, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.The Opportunity
This position works out of our
Austin, TX
location in the
Cardiac Rhythm Management
division.As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber
Demand Planner . The Demand Planner works without appreciable supervision, develops, and issues the finished goods forecast per value stream assigned which translates into manufacturing plans by partnering with cross-functional groups including: marketing, supply chain management, supply planning, purchasing, finance, program management, regulatory, research and development, and clinical.What You’ll Work On
Serve the CRM product portfolio forecast owner, incorporating all elements of business drivers into the plan.Leads cross-functional / consensus meetings to ensure key stakeholders provide feedback and updates that could influence finished goods demands.Partners closely with Marketing, Finance, and Commercial to drive optimal short and long-term demand plans to achieve financial and operations targets.The demand planner will apply analytical techniques and leverage statistical modeling to develop unbiased demand forecasts that enable the right product supply in support of the company’s financial and operational objectives.Perform statistical data analysis to identify relations, patterns, and features that predict forecasting trends and performance metrics projections.Create a monthly forecast plan that translates into manufacturing build plans, considering backorder mitigation, minimizing the time finished goods sit in inventory, and finished goods safety stock.Design solutions to adjust to demand-based finished goods inventory changes, including field consigned inventory.Tracks forecast key performance indicators (KPIs) and continually develops plans to improve results.Analyze and review shipment history, inventory trends, and sales performance to proactively identify issues and introduce forecast changes, improving accuracy and contributing to line fill rate success.Prepares S&OP template for S&OP management review and is ready to justify actions.Develop new product launch plans with input and collaboration from selling divisions, production, marketing, R&D, and regulatory; work with the Supply Chain Manager for production plan.Review criteria for new product numbers (ZFIN) requests, create new ZFIN setup, and maintain master data.Analyze actual shipments versus the net required forecast plan, finished goods actual results versus the forecast, and actual sales versus the financial commitment/budget.Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.Perform other related duties and responsibilities, as well as ad hoc requests, as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance or Business Administration OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.Minimum 3 years of forecasting and/or supply chain planning and management, financial experience.Understanding of Demand Planning and Forecasting methodology as well as S&OP process.Experience with forecasting application software – SAP/APO preferred.Understanding of Supply Chain planning process and relationship with demand planning.Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify and concisely communicate the business implications of forecasts and actual results.Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and adaptability to different cultures and communication styles as this role interfaces across countries.The individual must be highly motivated and have a desire to innovate.Candidate should be able to work under pressure, consistently meet deadlines, and direct activities on several projects at one time.Role requires effective communication skills with all levels of management, inside and outside of finance.Candidate must possess strong PC/system skills; specifically Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to learn new systems quickly.Preferred Skills:
Strategic and tactical communication and problem-solving with a hands-on approach.Excellent listening skills to understand problem statements from our internal key stakeholders.Strong leadership and consensus management skills.Critical thinking skills are required to analyze and interpret large volumes of data to develop fact-based business assumptions.Ability to give senior leadership compelling and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics.The base pay for this position is
$72,700.00 – $145,300.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Supply ChainDIVISION:
CRM Cardiac Rhythm ManagementLOCATION:
United States > Austin : 8701 Bee Caves RdWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday).Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.The Opportunity
This position works out of our
Austin, TX
location in the
Cardiac Rhythm Management
division.As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber
Demand Planner . The Demand Planner works without appreciable supervision, develops, and issues the finished goods forecast per value stream assigned which translates into manufacturing plans by partnering with cross-functional groups including: marketing, supply chain management, supply planning, purchasing, finance, program management, regulatory, research and development, and clinical.What You’ll Work On
Serve the CRM product portfolio forecast owner, incorporating all elements of business drivers into the plan.Leads cross-functional / consensus meetings to ensure key stakeholders provide feedback and updates that could influence finished goods demands.Partners closely with Marketing, Finance, and Commercial to drive optimal short and long-term demand plans to achieve financial and operations targets.The demand planner will apply analytical techniques and leverage statistical modeling to develop unbiased demand forecasts that enable the right product supply in support of the company’s financial and operational objectives.Perform statistical data analysis to identify relations, patterns, and features that predict forecasting trends and performance metrics projections.Create a monthly forecast plan that translates into manufacturing build plans, considering backorder mitigation, minimizing the time finished goods sit in inventory, and finished goods safety stock.Design solutions to adjust to demand-based finished goods inventory changes, including field consigned inventory.Tracks forecast key performance indicators (KPIs) and continually develops plans to improve results.Analyze and review shipment history, inventory trends, and sales performance to proactively identify issues and introduce forecast changes, improving accuracy and contributing to line fill rate success.Prepares S&OP template for S&OP management review and is ready to justify actions.Develop new product launch plans with input and collaboration from selling divisions, production, marketing, R&D, and regulatory; work with the Supply Chain Manager for production plan.Review criteria for new product numbers (ZFIN) requests, create new ZFIN setup, and maintain master data.Analyze actual shipments versus the net required forecast plan, finished goods actual results versus the forecast, and actual sales versus the financial commitment/budget.Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.Perform other related duties and responsibilities, as well as ad hoc requests, as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance or Business Administration OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.Minimum 3 years of forecasting and/or supply chain planning and management, financial experience.Understanding of Demand Planning and Forecasting methodology as well as S&OP process.Experience with forecasting application software – SAP/APO preferred.Understanding of Supply Chain planning process and relationship with demand planning.Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify and concisely communicate the business implications of forecasts and actual results.Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and adaptability to different cultures and communication styles as this role interfaces across countries.The individual must be highly motivated and have a desire to innovate.Candidate should be able to work under pressure, consistently meet deadlines, and direct activities on several projects at one time.Role requires effective communication skills with all levels of management, inside and outside of finance.Candidate must possess strong PC/system skills; specifically Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to learn new systems quickly.Preferred Skills:
Strategic and tactical communication and problem-solving with a hands-on approach.Excellent listening skills to understand problem statements from our internal key stakeholders.Strong leadership and consensus management skills.Critical thinking skills are required to analyze and interpret large volumes of data to develop fact-based business assumptions.Ability to give senior leadership compelling and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics.The base pay for this position is
$72,700.00 – $145,300.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Supply ChainDIVISION:
CRM Cardiac Rhythm ManagementLOCATION:
United States > Austin : 8701 Bee Caves RdWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday).Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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