Supply Chain Planner

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The Supply Chain Planner monitors production schedules, lead times, and inventory levels to support production planning and inventory management at Applied Medical. This supply chain planning and production planning role creates shop orders based on enterprise resource planning (ERP) requirements, maintains safety stocks and forecasts, and partners with stakeholders across the organization. The Supply Chain Planner identifies opportunities to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory and maintain adequate levels of finished goods (FG), semi-finished goods (SFG), and raw materials (RM)
• Generate shop orders and purchase requisitions in SAP, the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
• Develop and maintain the production schedule based on lead times and demand
• Coordinate with Clinical Development, Customer Relations, and other stakeholders on production planning and inventory issues
• Identify manufacturing challenges, escalate stock availability concerns promptly, and prepare recovery plans
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support planning decisions

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Maintaining accurate inventory levels across finished goods, semi-finished goods, and raw materials
• Keeping the production schedule current and aligned with demand and lead times
• Escalating stock availability risks early and delivering effective recovery plans
• Building strong communication channels that keep stakeholders informed on inventory updates and project progress
• Leading planning projects as the key stakeholder and presenting recommendations to senior management
• Developing contingency plans that address manufacturing challenges proactively

Position Requirements

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• A strategic mindset and a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred

The following skills and attributes are preferred:

• Prior SAP experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $24 - $31 / hour (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• A strategic mindset and a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

The Supply Chain Planner monitors production schedules, lead times, and inventory levels to support production planning and inventory management at Applied Medical. This supply chain planning and production planning role creates shop orders based on enterprise resource planning (ERP) requirements, maintains safety stocks and forecasts, and partners with stakeholders across the organization. The Supply Chain Planner identifies opportunities to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory and maintain adequate levels of finished goods (FG), semi-finished goods (SFG), and raw materials (RM)
• Generate shop orders and purchase requisitions in SAP, the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
• Develop and maintain the production schedule based on lead times and demand
• Coordinate with Clinical Development, Customer Relations, and other stakeholders on production planning and inventory issues
• Identify manufacturing challenges, escalate stock availability concerns promptly, and prepare recovery plans
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support planning decisions

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Maintaining accurate inventory levels across finished goods, semi-finished goods, and raw materials
• Keeping the production schedule current and aligned with demand and lead times
• Escalating stock availability risks early and delivering effective recovery plans
• Building strong communication channels that keep stakeholders informed on inventory updates and project progress
• Leading planning projects as the key stakeholder and presenting recommendations to senior management
• Developing contingency plans that address manufacturing challenges proactively