Principal Production Planner
Core
Lead production planning processes to deliver high-quality medical devices globally, driving SIOP, SIOE, and Lean initiatives.
Role type
Principal Production Planner (Supply Chain)
Builds
Medical devices for patients and customers worldwide
Domain
Medical Devices / Manufacturing
Required skills
SIOP process, ERP systems (SAP), MRP tools, inventory optimization, scenario planning, master data management, Lean methodologies
Preferred skills
Advanced Planning Systems (APS), Kinaxis RapidResponse
Responsibilities
Serve as key point of contact for production units and global partners during SIOP/SIOE; Provide strategic direction on manufacturing priorities; Proactively identify and resolve material shortages; Lead projects to improve service levels and inventory optimization; Manage WIP and subassembly inventory; Conduct inventory analysis and create recovery plans; Perform what-if scenario planning; Lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives; Interface with senior leadership on planning decisions.
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & cross-functional influence
