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Senior Supply Planner and Buyer

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Job Description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Job Description

  • Independently executes supply planning activities for high-mix-low-volume products
  • Drive consensus process with demand planning and coordinate with contract manufacturing to develop the production plan made for instruments, sub-assembly and PCBA
  • Drive Contract manufacturers and to develop production schedule by working cross functionally with Supply Chain and Manufacturing while achieving optimum inventory level across the DCs
  • Identify and resolve supply exceptions by expediting purchase orders, re-allocating materials and changing production priorities (PO creation, rescheduling, cancellations)
  • Actively engage cross-functional teams and external suppliers (contract manufacturers) to deliver business metrics (e.g. Product Availability, On-Time Delivery) and drive actions to meet/exceed goals
  • Proactively communicate supply status and potential risks with demand planning to ensure sufficient finished goods supply including PCBA and sub-assembly
  • Monitor and manage demand fluctuations, forecast changes, and supply risks
  • Manage ECR / ECO activities with Contract Manufacturers, review and analyze turnaround time for impact sheet submission performance

Requirements

  • Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain/ Business or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in Supply Planning and Buying
  • Strong knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft MS Excel preferred
  • Knowledge of SAP (including SAP APO) preferred

Skills Required

  • Strong analytical skills, meticulous with keen eye for business and customer focus
  • Able to influence direct / indirect stakeholders
  • Able to work efficiently and independently under pressure and multi-tasks

Expectations

  • Able to collaborate effectively with internal / external stakeholders to deliver expected results to Waters
  • Able to work efficiently with minimum supervision
  • Able to work in a matrix organization with personnel in various countries
  • Operates with integrity, transparency and humility
  • Acts as a true company owner to advance the overall interests of Waters
  • Balances clear strategic thinking and accountability in execution to deliver results
  • Actively creates the conditions for Waters people and teams to succeed

Why Join Us

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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MYS Penang - Bayan Lepas

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Job ID: 151311023