Supply Chain Specialist II
Core
Manage procurement, planning, and logistics activities to ensure timely delivery of scientific products and services, optimizing inventory levels and supporting continuous improvement in supply chain processes.
Role type
Supply Chain Specialist II (Replenishment Planning)
Builds
Distribution requirements plans, inventory replenishment strategies, and actionable supply plans for assigned product lines.
Domain
Life Sciences / Scientific Instruments / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Demand planning, Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Supply planning, Inventory management, Materials planning, ERP/MRP/DRP system usage, Inventory optimization, Safety stock strategy, Data analysis, Excel proficiency, Cross-functional collaboration, Risk escalation, Process improvement
Preferred skills
SAP, Oracle, JDE, APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM/CSCP), Manufacturing/Life Sciences environment experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, JDE, ERP, MRP, DRP, Excel
Responsibilities
Own distribution requirements planning for assigned product lines; Translate demand plans into replenishment and distribution requirements; Monitor finished goods inventory against forecast and actual sales; Adjust plans to reduce stock-out risk and excess inventory; Identify supply gaps and recommend alternatives; Partner with Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer Service teams; Maintain planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, min/max levels); Lead problem resolution for availability and delivery risks.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC