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Job Summary
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanityAt Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Sr. Planner (Production Planning)
Manyata - Bengaluru India
Position Summary:
Plans schedules coordinates and/or monitors final approval of products through the complete production cycle. Responsible for the following activities: master scheduling production planning/coordination dispatching co-ordinating with purchasing team on material requirements planning systems work-in-process tracking.
Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Applies core knowledge and understanding of area of specialization to provide solutions in creative and effective ways.
- Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify cause and suggest variations in approach.
- Works on assignments of diverse scope where information is limited and problem solving requires adaptation of existing techniques.
- Enhances internal and external working relationships and networks with senior partners within area of expertise.
- Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters that require persuasion.
- Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
- Uses evaluation judgment and interpretation to select best course of action.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create maintain and execute detailed production and distribution plans to meet customer requirements optimize inventory and balance plant utilization and capacity
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize safety stock minimize inventory obsolescence
- Develop and implement allocation strategies for products in short supply
- Review resolve and escalate issues that impact plan completion
- Participate in Engineering Change Order review approval and implementation of material phase-in and phase-out
- Ensure data integrity of master data elements which drive production and MRP (safety stock cycle times BOM accuracy effectivity dates)
- Manage timely execution of MRP actions to ensure uninterrupted supply to customer
- Troubleshoot transactional records to resolve inventory discrepancies
- Build and maintain methodology and tools for ongoing performance analysis
- Monitor supply chain key performance indicators publish performance reports perform root cause analysis implement action plans and strive for continuous improvement (plan vs actual internal demand process flow expiry shortages etc)
- Provide training support for new personnel
- Provide planning system knowledge support for site and affiliates
- Create Ad hoc reports/analysis
- Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify cause and suggest variations in approach.
Requirements:
- 5-8 years planning experience with multiple product lines in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
- Experience in SAP MM. SAP IBP/ SAP APO experience is added advantage.
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced high-pressure environment.
- Proficiency with MRP and MPS systems
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to structure and perform data analysis
- Ability to distill complex issues into simple effective messages for management
- Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Office suite
- Strong project management skills
- Effective verbal written and presentation skills.
- Flexible to work in shifts.
Willingness to work in shift to support US business (No night shift required)
Experience/Education:
- Typically requires 5-8 years of related experience with a bachelors degree.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
