Planning Manager

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Planning Projects Manager (PP&L) Department:
PP&L REPORTS TO:
Planning Lead (UK & Oberdorf)
This position will have responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Plan processes at the Oberdorf site.
This role will also be a key part of the network projects team and act as Plan representative for all activities related to the Oberdorf site.
The role is also a key liaison between Plan and relevant cross functional teams e.g.
Operations, Source, Quality, Projects.
Main Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for leading the Plan Organization for the Oberdorf site.
This includes but is not limited to:
Responsible for ensuring OBE (Oberdorf) manufacturing build plans support high levels of customer service while maintaining minimum levels of inventory.Provides leadership, coaching and management of the local Plan team, and is the single point of contact for supply escalations.
Implements and maintains production planning control systems, policies, processes, and procedures ensuring a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements.
Leads, monitors, assesses, and communicates risks on key Plan activities e.g.
PO management, Work Order management, Scheduling and Inventory.
Provides regular updates to Senior Management on potential risk and mitigation plans.
Confirm that NRP, cMPS and Supplier Signal are aligned with latest requirements, inclusive of variants changes (e.g.
EU MDR/reclass)Supplier Management:
Lead the supplier issues resolution, driving cross functional accountability.Recommend material safety stock actions to protect long lead-time times or underperformance risks.Understand and partner with the Network Transformation team on supplier signal changes between FG SitesSupplier OTIF analysis and weekly review of misses.
Engaging with Source for appropriate support when supplier is not performing and to align on recovery plan actions.Implement an automated and controlled procurement process from SEL to OBE (to enable achievement of cMPS commits)Control Tower (Stem 3, Stem 4):
drive escalation process in a pro-active manner working cross functionally to improve supply performance.Network Projects - Conway:
Assess gap on current tasks roles & responsibility (legacy Synthes/Jabil) and prepare transformation for Conway.Review current R&R draft.Execution of tasks within PP&L responsibilityLeading the change process as required during the project e.g.
eMP, Transport, production order, production planning.Responsible for planning, implementing, and initiating activities on the project related to Supply Chain to ensure project deliverable dates and scope are met.Responsible for managing finished goods, raw materials and WIP inventory levels in OBE.
Develops and implements policies and procedures for the operation of Plan activities, ensuring all relevant regulatory requirements are met.
Champions a positive employee environment by promoting open communication, engagement, and development of strong teams.
Promotes a culture of inclusiveness, trust, flexibility, and teamwork in alignment with CREDO and Leadership Imperatives.
Implement a continuous improvement environment through a focus on execution excellence within the Plan function.
Foster strong collaboration with cross-functional leaders.
QualificationsQualifications and Experience - Essential:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalentProject management tools and techniquesExperience in medical device operations/cGMP environment highly desirable.Minimum of 5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally in a GMP regulated environment.A minimum of 5 years of People Management experience Proven ability to successfully interact with other functions on projects that involve negotiation and collaboration with cross-functional peers and more senior management levels.Experience leading and implementing change, including being able to effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization.Problem solving and analytical skills.Ability to develop communications that are properly structured providing clear, concise messages that draw well supported conclusions.Proficient in English and German languageDesirable:
Masters in business administration / production / engineering / engineering management or similarExperience of technology transfer and process optimization.Formal training and certification in lean, 6σ, and/or process excellence methodologies.Key Competencies Required:
Ensures a collaborative relationship with other functions at site/above site levels.Communicates effectively with team, partners, and stakeholders.Customer focusResults OrientationStrategic Thinking, working across boundaries, thinks and acts beyond boundaries of own department or site.Utilizes JJPS/JJOS Integrated toolkit (Operating and Management Systems, Mindsets and Behaviors,) to analyze and improve business processes enabling behavioral change and sustained business results.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF THE JOB HOLDERS' RESPONSIBILITIES.Equal Opportunity:
Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Field:
Production Planning & SchedulingOrganization:
Synthes Produktions GmbH (7117)Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time