Senior Demand Planner

The OpportunityQuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.The RoleQuidelOrtho is seeking a Senior Demand Planner to work at our office in Raritan, NJ or San Diego, CA. The Senior Demand Planner is responsible for forecasting, planning and/or maintaining US consumables finished goods in order to ensure high levels of customer availability while optimizing inventory levels and finished goods scrap. The Senior Demand Planner works in close collaboration with regional marketing, sales and finance teams to ensure appropriate forecasts are generated in accordance with QuidelOrtho's monthly S&OP process, and business decisions are driven and appropriately communicated throughout the organization. The Planner will interact with manufacturing and external vendors, regional marketing teams, global planners, customer service, and logistics teams to procure, supply, and develop inventory stocking strategies to maximize availability and minimize inventory investment. Individual provides ad-hoc analysis of supply performance, demand, and inventory and provides recommendations to management. Continuously analyze the forecast, review forecasted quantities at consolidated level, check for imbalances and monitor alerts. Help articulate business exposure and communicate demand uncertainties and risks and develop alternative options. Collaborate on demand planning system upgrade initiatives/projects with 3rd party or project teamsThe ResponsibilitiesPlan and/or forecast finished goods requirements using SAP APO DP. This includes projecting inventory levels, calculating appropriate safety stock, reporting deviations from projected inventory targets, monitoring, and managing product forecasts.Conduct monthly S&OP reviews with internal and external customers (including US commercial teams, Global Planning, and key External Suppliers). Tracking and reporting on deviations from forecasts, monitoring levels and fulfilment of customer backorders, this includes both direct customer backorders and replenishment shipments to other regions.Comfortable performing ad-hoc analysis of supply plans, scrap projections, demand, and inventory and provides recommendations to management. This may include developing and executing plans to achieve finished goods inventory or scrap targets, and to support financial goals.Accountable for finished goods inventory plans. Individual will develop inventory projections, monitor progress to plan, report status to management, and adjust plans as required.Report and root cause KEY KPI's like forecast accuracy, bias and inventory targets.Identify and drive plans for improvement of supply chain metrics (i.e. forecast accuracy, bias, inventory, scrap, availability, etc.)Employ the use of quality and lean thinking tools to identify and drive improvement opportunities10% domestic travelThe IndividualRequiredBachelor's degree3-5 years supply chain experience in a matrix environmentKnowledge of ERP System and planning processesKnowledge of Supply Chain processesKnowledge of inventory and business case scenario planningExcellent analytical and organization skillsHighly Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint skillsStrong attention to detailEffective written and oral communication skillsFunction as a team player to build good working relationships and provide back-up as required.Emphasize result not effort, goal oriented.Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.Ability to manage complex projects (demonstrate innovation, assertiveness, and leadership)PreferredSAP experienceAPICS certificationProficiency with MS AccessThe Key Working RelationshipsInternal Partners:NA Commercial Marketing, Sales, Finance, Manufacturing and OperationsExternal Partners:3rd party or consultingThe Work EnvironmentTypical office environment. No strenuous physical activity, though occasional light lifting of files and related materials is required. Occasional travel may be required. Up 10 10% domestic travel.Salary TransparencyThe salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $79,000.00 - $134,000.00. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.Equal Employment OpportunityQuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.#LI-HF1Equal employment opportunities for all employees. We fulfills this commitment through a variety of measures including internal & external posting of job openings, hiring, training & promoting individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, p regnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, disability, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,or any other considerations made unlawful by federal,state or local law