Global Director, Materials & Planning

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The Global Director Materials & Planning is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the entire supply chain process including global planning for finished goods PSI (Production Sales and Inventory) management distributions and logistics. The role entails managing $200M gross inventory ensuring on-time delivery (OTD) to customers and internal organizations such as service departments and addressing past dues. The successful candidate will also leverage the Danaher Business System (DBS) for continuous process improvement manage an analytics team and lead a team based in India at our Center of Excellence.

This position reports to the V.P. Global Operations & Supply Chain and is part of the Global Operations & Supply Chain organization located in Indianapolis Indiana and will be an on-site role.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Sales Service BUs MFG Plants and Finance lead the execution of the PSI (Production Sales and Inventory) process to balance supply and demand effectively. Collaborate with regional planners to ensure alignment and consistency in planning processes.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OTD (on-time delivery) past due management etc. performing PSP (problem solving process) as needed and drive sustainable continuous improvements.
• Building relationships with internal constituents Beckman Coulter Diagnostics and customers through logistics initiatives. Optimize transportation routes and methods to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Lead compliance and governance matters which include internal/external audits and compliance with policies procedures and government regulations.
• Deliver 0.75 to 1 inventory turn improvement per year across the companys global manufacturing service and finished goods inventories. Develop processes through problem solving and actions plans to ensure meeting both Sale objectives and turns improvements implement best practices for inventory control including VMI DC consolidation shelf-life management and cycle counting.
• Actively participate in PLCM (product lifecycle Management) process align demand and supply plans on NPIs (new product introduction) and develop production and inventory phase out plan on obsolete or discontinued products.
• Lead and manage a team of 35 supply chain professionals providing guidance coaching and development opportunities. Recruit and retain capable top talent with good potentials foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field with 20 years of related experience. A Masters degree with 18 years of related experience. Additionally 6 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record in supply chain management including global planning PSI distribution and logistics with a global footprint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and deliver results consistently.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g. Oracle) and advanced Excel.

Travel Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

• Ability to travel up to 25% both domestic and internationally

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience with the Danaher Business System (DBS) or similar process improvement methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma Lean) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrate ability to construct negotiate and build consensus for complex contracts.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. APICS CPIM) is a plus.

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences a Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

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