Stratasys Global Demand Planner- Temp 

United States, Illinois 

516949464

is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

In this role, you will be responsible for forecasting the demand of SSYS Finish goods and converting to a balanced operational supply plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Lead the translation of the AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and inventory targets to a formal Demand Plan
• Work with the plant's supply chain managers to ensure product availability and establish optimized service levels
• Work with sourcing, manufacturing, and local production plants to implement best-in-class supply processes using the lean methodology and pull mechanisms in the production floors
• Global Demand & Supply Planning: Orchestrate the timely delivery of spare parts across continents, ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand and service objectives
• Inventory Management: Monitor and report on inventory levels, implement inventory reduction programs, and analyze backorders to take necessary corrective actions
• MRP System Management: Manage MRP Planning System and parameters to maintain appropriate inventory levels, analyze MRP plans, and issue replenishment /orders to suppliers
• Performance Metrics: Develop, monitor, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): plan Vs actual in the plants, Availability, Ocean Vs Air , forecast accuracy and Inventory level
• New Product Introduction: coordinate with CS team to support new product launches

Essential Education, Skills, and Experience:

• BSc or BA degree in industrial management, around 5 years of experience in a planner role within a multidisciplinary manufacturing environment
• Proven track record of delivering manufacturing plans/schedules and forecasting, and demonstrated evidence of analytical, planning, and execution capabilities
• Well experienced in materials planning within a multinational organization, running MPS and MRP to execution
• Experienced in forecasting methods in a very dynamic environment
• Knowledge in production, logistics, and supply chain models
• Effective ability to communicate globally using clear and concise oral and written communication skills, with proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Experience developing and implementing KPIs to track goals.
• Strong understanding of the manufacturing processes
• Ability to engage employees from other regions to ensure successful performances
• High level of English