Planning Manager at IDEXX Laboratories, Inc in Westbrook, Maine

Job Description:

As a Planning Manager, you will lead a dedicated team focused on developing purchase plans and global inventory strategies for a portfolio of veterinary diagnostic products. Your team is accountable for delivering critical KPIs including availability, inventory, and quality and you will support them through active coaching and development. You will drive change by improving tools, technologies and processes to achieve better outcomes and support IDEXX's continued growth. The ideal candidate operates with a strategic, global and innovative mindset.

Exceeding customer expectations is one of our guiding principles at IDEXX. Our credibility as a company relies on our ability to deliver quality products to our customers on time and with no disruption to their business. IDEXX's Worldwide Operations Team works to meet this challenge each day with a global network of distribution hubs and a focus on efficiency, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

What you can expect in this role
- You will balance competing objectives to meet aggressive availability and inventory targets.
- You will manage the day-to-day operations of the assigned functional area, which includes direct and indirect responsibility for availability, supply and inventory worldwide.
- You will meet KPI targets such as availability, delivery, scrap, freight spend, etc.
- You and your team will use SAP to maintain and execute supply plans and manage global inventory.
- You will serve as a liaison between operations, marketing, commercial, and finance organizations, fostering a highly-collaborative, cross-functional environment.
- You will develop, grow and strengthen individuals' capabilities and stay current with industry best practices.
- You will lead and engage in various work involving Sales & Operations Planning and Integrated Business Planning.

What you will need to succeed
- You have a Bachelors' degree in supply chain management, a technical discipline or a related field.
- APICS/ASCM or ISM certification is preferred.
- Ideally you will have managed a team in the past, including 5+ years of supply chain experience.
- You posses strong communication skills and ability to influence across groups.
- You have excellent analysis and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Your strong knowledge of SAP/MRP systems, Microsoft Excel, and other technology platforms is essential.
- You will be adept in identifying and implementing process improvements and integrating Lean methodologies.
- The ability to communicate risk to a variety of stakeholders, recommend solutions and create alignment is imperative.
- You will have the skills to lead and make decisions during times of ambiguity.
- You are a continuous learner who embraces a growth mindset and challenges yourself routinely.

Why IDEXX?

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. Every role at IDEXX contributes to enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people, and livestock. With over 9,000 global team members, customers in over 175 countries, and a fast-growing industry - we're always looking for motivated and inspiring people to join us.
We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits. You'll be part of a double-digit growth company in a quickly growing market and we are leading the way forward with innovative products, services, and a strong focus on our customers.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.