The Site Planning Manager is responsible for leading and managing the planning activities for the Waterford Bausch & Lomb Contact Lens manufacturing campus. This role involves management of the site monthly S&OP process, engagement with site leadership for capacity utilization & production scheduling while ensuring the network Inventory & customer service levels are delivered. The Planning Manager will work closely with multiple stakeholders across the supply chain to align production prioritization, supply feedback loop & Inventory targets aligning with business objectives and contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain.
Please note this position is based in Waterford onsite.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Manage local planning team.
* Maintain & enhance the site S&OP process, ensure accurate and timely supply information is shared with all stakeholders .
* Maintenance of and daily monitoring of DC sku inventory levels against target.
* Ensuring efficient and effective scheduling that balances customer requirements with maximum production utilization, maintain target inventory levels & minimize excess & obsolescence.
* Focusing on customer satisfaction through continuous monitoring of established metrics relating to order-fill rates, backorder and inventory replenishment.
* Liaising with Operations on backorder and low limit skus for prioritization while providing accurate recovery timelines.
* Work closely with Site Ops, Freight, warehousing and distribution teams on maintaining accurate planning parameters & lane set-up.
* Maintenance of Raw Materials Planning parameters in line with MPS and regular liaison with Purchasing staff on relevant issues pertaining to the demand and supply of Raw Materials
* Forecasting of lot profiles for Operations and Cartooning to determine setups for coming months/years
* Lead projects on Production Planning improvements to manufacturing efficiencies while maintaining Customer Service
* Support all new product introductions, ensure no risk to launch timelines, control initial build requirements & timelines across the full range.
* Key player in any system developments and enhancements pertaining to improving Planning processes
* Execute other managerial and operational disciplines of the Planning Department as and when required. Focus on the continuous enhancement of the department, within the Organization, through a professional and mature approach at all times
Job Requirements
* Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in planning or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
* Graduate or equivalent professional qualification e.g. A.P.I.C.S Certification
* Demonstrated experience with managing a site level S&OP process, understanding of Net requirement planning / RCCP tools & MPS.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Advanced Excel capability, with Power BI, Altrix or Tableau skill-set a plus.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.