Planning and Materials Manager, Pune Location at Danaher Corporation

Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, FiltrationIndustries

Requirements

B.E/B.Tech (Mechanical/Supply Chain/Industrial or related)
MBA or Post Graduation in Supply Chain will be an added advantage
13-15 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, preferably in manufacturing or filtration technologies
Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and complex planning environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP) and advanced planning tools
Hands-on experience with AOS planning and KPI management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Estimated travel time is approximately 30-40%, which will reduce in future
Having a valid U.S. visa is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement robust production and material planning strategies
Align planning activities with sales forecasts, manufacturing capabilities, and customer requirements
Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure cross-functional alignment and responsiveness
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of ~10 associates including planners, buyers, storekeepers, and logistics personnel
Optimize inventory levels to balance customer service levels and working capital efficiency
Oversee procurement planning to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components
Monitor delivery performance and proactively resolve supply chain bottlenecks
Ensure KPIs such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), Working Capital Turnover (WCT), Forecast Accuracy, and Procurement Efficiency are consistently met or exceeded
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Collaborate with commercial, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to align planning with customer expectations and market dynamics
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across planning, procurement, and logistics functions
Ensure customer demands are met with KPIs maintained at top priority levels

Skills

Production Planning

Material Planning

S&OP

Inventory Optimization

Sales Forecasting

Team Leadership

Supply Chain Management

Manufacturing Operations

Logistics

Procurement

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.

Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.

Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.

The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.

Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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