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We develop, manufacture, and supply dental implants, clear aligners, instruments, CADCAM prosthetics and biomaterials for use in esthetic dentistry, tooth replacement and restoration solutions or to prevent tooth loss. 
 
We empower our employees to perform and make an impact, to question the status quo, to drive change, to stay ahead of the competition. From the first Dental Implant in 1974 to the latest Digital Solution – we do things differently than others 
 
We deliver innovation based on evidence. This is part of our employer culture as well as an exceptional team spirit that truly encourages diversity and a powerful “can-do” attitude. 

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Position Summary:
The Supply Chain Planner has direct impact on our customer experience and business results, responsible for forecasting and planning activities for key brands in the Straumann North America portfolio. This position supports improvements in our forecasting and planning processes, which ultimately drive on time / in full order fulfillment.

Job Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
•    Gathering data from a variety of internal and external sources as inputs for the forecasting process, such as growth factors, new product introductions, substitutions, phase-outs, promotions, historical sales trends, market trends
•    Developing a rolling 24-month SKU level forecast based on the inputs collected
•    Determining appropriate inventory levels, reviewing, and updating MRP settings to ensure they are appropriate to support the forecast levels
•    Actively participate in the enhancement and improvement of both Anaplan and Business Intelligence systems, offering solutions for increased analytics and functionality.
•    Working with supply chain functions across various segments and regions to innovate and collaborate on global planning best practices
•    Managing the S&OP process for key North America brands and segments, leading collaboration and consensus planning activities with Product Management, Sales and Finance
•    Working with internal and external vendors to determine feasibility of plan, and adjusting plan accordingly
•    Enabling business management to make informed, data-based decisions by providing business analyses and analytical support, particularly in areas where data is difficult to access/unreliable and where a high level of analytical skill is required.
•    Carrying out other duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned, in an effective manner.
•    Driving continuous improvement in forecasting process and methodology, and conducting “lessons-learned” to optimize the overall process
•    Measuring and driving improvements in key supply chain metrics, such as forecast accuracy and on time-in full fulfillment
•    Other duties as assigned.

Physical Attributes:
•    May sit for extended periods of time.
•    Utilize dexterity abilities to perform typing, operate a computer and other office equipment, to perform filing, and related job responsibilities and attention to detail competence.
•    Spend significant time reading both on paper and on a computer.

Work Environment:
•    General office environment.
•    Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Minimum Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related analytical field
•    1+ year of Supply Chain experience in logistics, demand planning and supply planning
•    1+ years of Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems 
•    1+ years of experience with generative AI models

Preferred Qualifications: 

•    Proficient working with Excel and Microsoft Office
•    Experience with demand planning AI software (Anaplan, Kinaxis, OMP, or equivalent)
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills 
•    Comfortable partnering with leadership and executive teams
•    Ability to think “outside the box” in a fast paced, growth environment with sense of urgency
•    Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes and attention to detail
•    Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
•    Comfortable with ambiguity and working with large datasets
•    Experience with Tableau or Power BI 
•    APICS Certification 

Salary: $77,000 - $90,000/Annually.  The final pay for this position will vary based on geographic location and candidate experience relative to what the company reasonably anticipates for this position.  

Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or brighten your SMILE, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.  

• Very Competitive total compensation plans (some positions include discretionary bonus, or Performance Share Units).
• A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an employer match
• Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you’re happy and healthy. Straumann contributes a healthy portion towards employees’ premium. 

• Generous PTO allowance - plenty of time to recharge those batteries! 

Please understand that we do not need external support by recruiting agencies and consultants to fill this vacancy. Thank you for respecting this. 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Employment Type: Full Time 

Alternative Locations: United States : Andover (MA) 

Travel Percentage: 0% 

Requisition ID: 19814