Supply Planning Manager Infectious Disease
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About Abbott
At Abbott were committed to helping people live their best possible life through the power of health. For more than 125 years weve brought new products and technologies to the world - in nutrition diagnostics medical devices and branded generic pharmaceuticals - that create more possibilities for more people at all stages of life. Today 115000 of us are working to help people live not just longer but better in the more than 150 countries we serve.
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 will have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- 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.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.
Description
The Supply Planning Manager is responsible for endtoend supply planning inventory management S&OP leadership and SAP/MRP process accuracy to ensure reliable supply strong customer experience and operational compliance.
This is a standalone manager role intentionally designed to expand into people management as the organization grows. The role provides broad exposure across S&OP operational excellence analytics and cross-functional collaboration supporting long-term leadership development.
Responsibilities and Duties
Supply Planning
- Build and execute supply plans to ensure product availability.
- Coordinate with global teams and suppliers to manage constraints and risks.
- Support new product launches and phase-outs.
S&OP Lead
- Lead Japans full S&OP cycle.
- Align Finance Marketing Sales and Global SCM on a single integrated plan.
- Present supply scenarios risks and recommendations to leadership.
Inventory Management
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and reduce excess/expiry risk.
- Set and review safety stock and replenishment logic.
- Conduct rootcause analysis for inventory issues and drive corrective actions.
SAP/MRP
- Own SAP/MRP planning master data and parameters.
- Manage MRP exceptions and ensure accurate planning signals.
- Lead testing and support enhancements to SAP planning processes.
- Train stakeholders on SAP/MRP best practices.
Operational Excellence
- Drive Lean-minded improvements across planning and supply chain processes.
- Support digitalization and automation of planning workflows.
- Create and update SOPs.
KPI & Reporting
- Build dashboards using Power BI and Excel.
- Manage key metrics across supply service and inventory performance.
CrossFunctional Collaboration
- Partner with QA/QC Procurement Finance Marketing Customer Support and 3PL providers.
- Support Head of SCM on strategic and ad hoc initiatives.
Role Growth & Development Path
As the business grows this role will expand into:
People Leadership
- Managing and developing planners or analysts.
- Leading hiring onboarding and capability building.
Extended Leadership Scope
- Leading larger cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
- Taking on broader responsibilities across supply chain operations.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field.
- APICS Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
Experience
- 5 years in supply planning or supply chain management.
- Strong hands-on SAP/MRP experience.
- Experience in regulated industries preferred.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Proficient with SAP Power BI Excel.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
- High ownership initiative and customer focus.
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Supply Chain
DIVISION:
ID Infectious Disease
LOCATION:
Japan > Tokyo : 2-4-1 Nishi-Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
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