Senior Buyer/Planner

　　LOCATION: Must sit onsite in Boulder at least 4 days a week

　　The Senior Buyer/Planner (Direct Materials) will drive two large programs for the Medical Surgical Portfolio. For IBP, this individual will support the IBP maturity efforts for Supply Planning and be an active participant in step meetings, linking financial & operating metrics to P&L performance, and ensuring operational plans are aligned through the IBP cycle. For MDR, this individual will manage a team of four & will be responsible for PIPO planning & execution for upcoming launches. For the MDR program, you will also serve as the liaison for all cross-functional partners & regional stakeholders.

　　Medtronic is intensely focused on creating a workplace environment which reflects our standing as the world’s top medical device company. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the patients we serve and an unrelenting desire to improve our business by driving supply chain solutions.

　　We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.

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　　Do meaningful work, make a difference, and improve lives — starting with your own!

　　A Day in the Life

　　Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

　　IBP - Lead the Global Supply Review step meeting across Medical Surgical to drive strategic decisions & investments to support our long-term supply plan.

　　IBP - Attend step meetings, focusing on supporting and partnering with other IBP step leaders to ensure corrective actions are being taken to improve overall business metrics.

　　IBP/MDR - Communicate effectively, delivering clear presentations including effectively influencing up, down and across the organization to implement enterprise goals and initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities.

　　MDR – Serve as the single POC for cross-functional partners (RA, PMO, regions, etc.)

　　MDR – Facilitate the development of PIPO plans & monitor the execution to plan.

　　MDR - Coordinate inventory builds, secure approval via IBP process, & ensure volumes are uploaded for correct requirement flow to manufacturing.

　　Versioning – Identify process improvement opportunities & support A3 projects that aid in new tools/functionality to make work easier to get done for planning community.

　　Must Have: Minimum Requirements

　　Bachelors degree required

　　Minimum of 4 years of relevant buyer/planner experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant buyer/planner experience

　　Nice to Have

　　Experience in demand planning and forecasting systems (Blue Yonder, etc)

　　Master’s Degree

　　Strong consultative skills and ability to articulate outcomes of analysis and relevant insights to business leaders and internal customers

　　Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple and conflicting deadlines and priorities

　　Ideal candidate does not need to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all SC areas but has the Business Acumen to connect supply chain activities pertaining to project

　　APICs CPIM/CSCP preferred

　　Medical Device/ Medical Supplies Manufacturing experience

　　Competent in ERP systems namely DRP, MRPII, JIT, IBP/S&OP processes and methodologies (SAP, BPCS).

　　Knowledge of distribution planning, logistics, warehousing or transportation a plus.

　　Project Management, Lean and Six Sigma certification qualifications

　　High level of familiarity with Microsoft office suite

　　Strong attention to detail

　　Ability to operate within a complex organization

　　Ability to manage tight time commitments in a high-pressure position

　　Ability to develop solutions and/or innovative ideas to problems and ensure that solutions are consistent with the organization’s objectives

　　Proven ability to interface in a global team environment with various levels of management, staff, and other functional areas

　　Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with interests in building strong business partnering relationships

　　Strong verbal and written communication skills

　　About Medtronic

　　Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

　　We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

　　Physical Job Requirements

　　The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

　　Min Salary

　　$78400

　　Max Salary

　　$117600

　　It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.