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Master Planner-February 2024
Marietta
Feb 10, 2026
About Master Planner

  Job Description

  Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $35 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving sophisticated analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 130,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands.

  Position Summary and Objectives

  The Master Production Planner is responsible for developing the master production plan to satisfy customer demand while balancing Supply Chain and Operations business objectives. Master Planner leads and executes the SIOP Process to ensure Business and Site objectives are met. Master Planner will have demonstrated practical experience and academic Supply Chain acumen in effort to lead local team and business to achieve objectives. Leverage Supply Chain knowledge and experience to advance the local team’s Supply Chain capability and lead/participate in complex Supply Chain Projects and Problem solving.

  In this role one must have tried experience to work in fast pace / complex manufacturing and distribution environments, and demonstrated ability in overcoming challenges. ERP ( SAP ) functioning knowledge / expertise is fundamental to the success of this role. Effective collaboration and problem solving with Demand Planning, Product and Commercial Management, Engineering, Operations, Logistics, and Purchasing is vital to the success of this role.

  Responsible for establishing plan to achieve Inventory, Order fulfillment, Operational and financial KPIs. Establish plans to optimize NPI and E&O. Develops actions to reconcile material shortages, excessive backlog or backorder, and other potential scheduling interruptions.

  Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  Capacity / Production planning for rolling 24 months (equipment and shift capacity) – as well as one network view for total capacity

  Responsible for and develops / reports the 24 Month plan across Product Portfolio in support of the SIOP process

  Receives assignments in the form of objectives and resolves how to use skill and resources to meet schedules and goals.

  Leads Forecasting / Planning data and ERP updates to ensure appropriate signals are accurate to plan.

  Leads ERP troubleshooting to ensure plan and system / data integrity

  Responsible for establishing plan to optimize / achieve customer service, inventory, logistical, and manufacturing KPIs

  Analysis of demand patterns together with demand planning to achieve a smooth production plan

  Collaborates with cross functional team to establish Ramp down / Ramp up plan for NPI.

  Leads / facilitates collaboration to develop plan to minimize E&O

  Drives as culture of continuous improvement to achieve efficient work process ( automation ).

  Lead and develop process to ensure inventory health.

  Develops / maintains SS, and other Masterdata mass refresh processes.

  Develop planning tools and framework to obtain approval from main stakeholders

  Actively participates / represents the Site for Supply Chain Project and improvement efforts to improve the Global Business Network

  Resolve problems plus enhance improvements associated with inventory flow plus production control.

  Establish planning calendar to assure standard updates to Master Production Schedule every month.

  Serves as a primary point of contact for and liaison with sales, logistics, and manufacturing departments.

  Constant communication with main stakeholders from Finance, Sales, Manufacturing, Program Management and Supply Chain pertinent to requirements and impacts.

  Supervise and report actual results against Master Production Schedule.

  Manges process to avoid aged or stranded inventory

  Education:

  Minimum : BA/BS degree

  Preferred Areas of Study: Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering

  Qualifications:

  Experience in running supply chain and manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency metrics

  Experience using MRP / ERP ( SAP ) systems, especially Advance Planning Systems

  APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)

  Similar or Related Experience Desired:

  5 years in Master Scheduling and Inventory ControlEssential Skills/Knowledge:

  Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes.

  Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels.

  Strong communication and presentation skills.

  Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

  Solid understanding of concepts of inventory and data flow throughout the supply chain.

  Strong understanding of concepts of inventory management

  Strong problem solving and reasoning skills to effectively deal with problems varying in complexity relative to job level.

  Ability to handle complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities.

  Proficient in MS office applications.

  Preferred Qualifications and Requirements

  APICS certification.

  Relevant experience in the Life Science or Medical Device industry.

  Six Sigma Green / Black Belt Certification

  Benefits:

  We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

  Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/5-reasons-to-work-at-thermo-fisher-scientific) . As one global team of 100,000 colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

  EEO/Reasonable Accommodation:

  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

  At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

  Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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