Supply Planner (m/w/d) at Abbott

Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Appropriate qualification in Product Planning, Production Planning, or Purchasing
  • University degree preferably in Business Administration, Logistics, IT, Business Informatics, or another economical education with minimum 3 years of work experience
  • High level of expertise in solving logistics, expediting, and purchasing problems
  • Good communication skills with a level of management within the organization
  • Good proficiency in English
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Superior knowledge of Microsoft Excel and sound knowledge of other standard office software
  • Visual Basic skills, Power BI skills, and sound knowledge of database and information systems (advantage)

Responsibilities

  • Establish and carry out monthly/weekly reports, dashboards, and required KPIs
  • Overall responsibility for Demand & Supply Planning of Finished Products (Reagents, Cals, Ctrs, Disposables, Accessories, and printed material) to ensure customer service, financial (inventory and distressed), quality, and safety goals
  • Interdepartmental coordination and communication
  • Support of Abbott Affiliates
  • Demand Planning & Supply Planning of a defined product group in the ADD ONE Planning System to assure product availability in the right quality, quantity, time, and place
  • Support Affiliates with available information, reservations, and special requests
  • Support financial exercise for Plan & Update cycles for a defined product group and provide Supply Plan to manufacturing sites
  • Set allocations, assignments, and reservations according to requirements
  • Analyze product shipments vs. forecasts, collect forecasts, and revise numbers accordingly
  • Solicit and consolidate demand forecasts for new and conversion products to ensure availability and minimize distressed inventory
  • Carry out and participate in monthly Regulatory & Supply Chain Ramp up/Ramp down calls
  • Support continuous improvement efforts
  • Establishment of ISO documents

Skills

Supply Planning
Demand Planning
KPI Management
Reporting
Dashboards
Reagents Planning
Disposables Planning

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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