Planner II at Baxter International

Mountain Home, Arkansas, United States

Baxter International Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Related experience required
  • Proven ability to schedule and prioritize tasks for self and others, manage multiple activities, and meet deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and be appropriately assertive and persuasive
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a complex organizational structure
  • Basic knowledge of inventory control, purchasing, and warehousing is essential
  • Develop overall business insight and respond effectively to global business issues
  • Key behavioral characteristics include self-motivation, foresight, effective follow-up, self-reliance, patience, and responsibility
  • Develop basic technical knowledge to support various systems efforts and improvements (e.g., J.D. Edwards, Rapid Response)
  • Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends; use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment; standing and walking for extended periods of time
  • Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)

Responsibilities

  • Meet established RM and WIP cash flow inventory dollar goals
  • Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule in collaboration with Operations to ensure timely delivery and improve equipment and labor utilization
  • Achieve Production-to-Schedule requirements to support customer service level targets
  • Support Business/Quality Plans for responsible departments, including conversion loss, labor efficiency, overtime, quality, and safety
  • Collaborate with divisions/plants to secure requirements and review changes to plans
  • Secure material/service deliveries from approved suppliers to meet quality, cost, and receipt date requirements
  • Provide distribution/logistical services of products both internally and externally through the Warehouse and Inventory Control functions

Skills

Master Production Schedule
Inventory Management
Supply Chain Planning
Scheduling
Prioritization
Conflict Management
Interpersonal Skills
Warehouse Management
Logistics

Baxter International

Provides essential medical products and services

About Baxter International

Baxter International provides a wide range of medical products and services essential for healthcare. The company operates in several areas, including critical care, hospital care, nutritional care, renal care, and surgical care. Its products are used in various settings, from emergency rooms to home healthcare, helping to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. Baxter develops, manufactures, and distributes medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology products, generating revenue through sales to healthcare providers and institutions. A key aspect that sets Baxter apart from competitors is its recent acquisition of Hillrom, which enhances its ability to offer comprehensive healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to improve care outcomes and increase access to healthcare through continuous innovation and a focus on patient needs.

Deerfield, IllinoisHeadquarters
1931Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Commuter Benefits
Mental Health Support

Risks

Needle-free injection technology could disrupt Baxter's traditional injection-based therapies.
Shift to home healthcare may require Baxter to adapt its product offerings.
Growing digital health importance necessitates further investment from Baxter to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Baxter's acquisition of Hillrom enhances its comprehensive healthcare solutions portfolio.
Strong focus on patient-centric innovation sets Baxter apart in the healthcare industry.
Baxter's partnerships, like with Ayogo, leverage digital health for improved patient outcomes.

Upsides

Baxter's investment in Medically Home aligns with the growing home healthcare market.
Rising demand for personalized medicine offers Baxter opportunities for targeted therapies.
Expansion in telehealth supports Baxter's integrated healthcare solutions strategy.

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