Global Supply Planner at Illumina

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Genomics, Life Sciences, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years materials planning and inventory control experience including at least 2 years working with multiple product lines
  • Medical device manufacturing experience is desirable
  • Advanced knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and other enterprise software applications, word processing, spreadsheets, functional databases and project management
  • Effective verbal and written communication with the ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations
  • Excellent math skills, strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
  • Familiarity with GMP and ISO requirements
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of management, including executives, and to interface well with cross-functional teammates
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Master's degree a plus
  • CPIM, CPSM or CSCP certification desirable

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain master production schedule for assigned product category based on forecast
  • Interface with Demand Planning and Operational Planning to provide input for developing and consolidating forecasts for top level products and accessories
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain personnel to ensure production, material scheduling and inventory system accuracy and that the quantities of on-hand components/materials are sufficient to meet production and shipping schedules
  • Own and develop production and supplier capacity models and generate reports for management and others, as needed
  • Host monthly Supply Review meetings and present escalations and special topics in Operational Planning forums
  • Interface with other departments and/or suppliers to identify, communicate and resolve production, scheduling or materials related problems
  • Define, update and maintain supply chain management policies and data impacting inventory levels, batch sizes, safety stocks and reorder points
  • Own Supply Chain input to Change Management process including ECO review and sign off
  • Coordinate phase in and phase out of production materials, including new product releases, to minimize obsolescence
  • Assess change in demand to inventory position to ensure proper evaluation and E&O risk management across supply chain

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Master Production ScheduleSupply PlanningDemand PlanningInventory ManagementCapacity PlanningSupply Chain ManagementForecastingMaterial SchedulingProduction SchedulingERP Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Global Supply Planner role?

Candidates need 5+ years of materials planning and inventory control experience, including at least 2 years working with multiple product lines. Medical device manufacturing experience is desirable.

What technical skills are needed for this position?

Advanced knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and other enterprise software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, functional databases, and project management tools is required.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the team environment look like at Illumina?

The role is part of Illumina’s Global Operational Planning team, surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world-changing projects, where every person has the opportunity to make a difference.

Illumina

Supports genomics startups through funding and resources

About Illumina

Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$27.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, BiotechnologyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on NVIDIA's AI technology may limit flexibility in AI solution adoption.
Standardizing proteomics data across platforms could challenge Illumina's data reliability.
Single-flow-cell NovaSeq X System might cannibalize sales of higher-end models.

Differentiation

Illumina leads in genomic sequencing with advanced AI integration and multiomic data analysis.
The company offers innovative array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis.
Illumina's global expansion includes a new Global Capability Center in Bengaluru.

Upsides

Collaboration with NVIDIA enhances drug discovery and clinical development through AI integration.
Pilot proteomics program with UK Biobank aims to generate crucial reference datasets.
Single-cell sequencing kits make high-throughput sequencing accessible to smaller labs.

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