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Global Supply Chain Planning Sr. Manager – Electrophysiology 
  
About the Role: 
  
At Boston Scientific, the Global Supply Chain Planning Sr. Manager is responsible for worldwide inventory and supply chain performance for their franchise. The leader will possess the skills and aptitude required to lead a team and provide cross functional supply chain support to key stakeholders (Marketing, Regional Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sustaining Engineering, Distribution). They will demonstrate a high level of decision-making skills and will have the ability to work autonomously. 
This role is a part of the Electrophysiology GSC Planning team to support the FARAPULSE & Mapping Franchise. This manager will have a team of GSC planners located between Arden Hills, MN and Costa Rica. No relocation between sites will be available. 
 
Your Responsibilities Include: 
  
Demand Planning

Lead SI&OP process for the business and drive the decision-making process. Coordinate base & high-side forecasting plans related to the Franchise products. Drive collaborative discussions with the franchise to enable a continued pace of rapid growth. Manage and provide work direction to Global Supply Chain Planners Review statistically generated forecasts with Marketing and Finance and drive for consensus forecast creation.  Review Safety stock targets and approve changes, noting input elements resulting in change. Work with Global Marketing, Country Demand Planning, and Country Operations groups to identify all known demand sources (customer orders, scheduling agreements, distributor shipment, consignment, etc.) 
 

New Product Launch Management 

Core Team Member for Supply Chain on New Product Development Team Develop launch plans, including forecasts, inventory targets, cannibalization plans, and introduction schedules with support of stakeholders. Lead Launch Adherence meeting cadence & coordination, execute launch workbooks and prepare distribution chain for product launch. Provide leadership on coordination of supply activities during product launch execution. 
  

Inventory Management 

Lead the development of inventory plans including inventory reduction projects. Diagnose excesses to inventory objectives and develop plan to remediate; calculate and report on EE&O Lead process for divisional managing and reporting of component Last Time Buy and Finished Good inventory buffer activities for regulatory or other events. Effectively drive inventory management between version changes, UPN run-outs, and geographic-specific buffers. 
  

Supply Chain Execution 

Function as key member of the Franchise Leadership Team responsible for service level, inventory levels, and overall coordination of supply chain  Achieve KPI Metrics: Service Level/Backorder; Inventory; Forecast Accuracy/Bias; Healthy Stock and Inventory charges. Drive execution of end-to-end supply chain by supporting the planning processes utilizing Rapid Response (Advanced Planning System) Diagnose service level failures, develop mitigation plans, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. 

  
Management Requirements

Foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organizational objectives. Will lead a team of employees in the achievement of organizational goals; guide, coach, direct, and develop direct reports. Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures (e.g., federal/country, and regulatory requirements) 

 
What We’re Looking For: 
  
Required Qualifications: 

Four-year degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management and related field/equivalent work experience 10+ years’ experience in supply chain planning, materials management, manufacturing planning or inventory control function.  Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and mentor others.  Effective communication skills with the ability to successfully interact and influence at all levels of the organization both domestically and internationally. Initiative-taking, independent worker, and initiative-taker Consistently performs to a high level of accuracy in all tasks, high level of attention to detail. Adaptable, flexible, and willing to accept new ideas, processes, and procedures. Analytical critical thinking skills and able to make efficient decisions. 
 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience utilizing SAP or other ERP systems. Experience utilizing Rapid Response or other Advance Planning Systems Experience in a manufacturing environment Continuous improvement experience including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing

 

 

 

Requisition ID: 613195 

Minimum Salary: $ 122100 

Maximum Salary: $ 232000 

 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

 

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

 

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

 

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.