Careers that Change LivesSUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER - Alajuela, Coyol, CR (Hibrid)At Medtronic, we seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader — that's why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients. See our videos below to learn more about our diverse workforce why Medtronic is an employer of choice.Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It's no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it's the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions. We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result — and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at MedtronicA Day in the LifeIn this exciting role as a Supply Chain Planner, you will have responsibility for efficiently managing the overall supply and production requirements for Medtronic's Network Supply Chain Global Team. Primary responsibility will be ensuring product availability while meeting inventory targets and ensuring the flawless launch of new products. This position leads and works in a collaborative environment with other business functions and will support the department's strategic goals and objectives with limited direct supervision. You will also partner & support process improvement opportunities throughout each stage. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Analyzes, develops, and implements long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals.Plans, prepares, issues, and controls production schedules and directs material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of raw and approved finished goods materials timed to meet production requirements.Analyzes, develops, and implements long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals.Perform root cause analysis to identify service risks and perform mitigation actions.Support business execution of new programs and initiatives that include transportation cost optimization, new product launches, and network redesigns. Extract informed insights on key business analytics from KPI dashboards.Communicate with internal stakeholders about deployment projections, constraints, allocation decisions, etc.Identify and implement the process(s) and/or system changes to improve on-time delivery performance.Provide comprehensive insights on distribution requirements, backorder projections or other process.Distribution of regular and assigned reports. Must Have: Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree required in Engineering Industrial or related.Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience or advanced degree of relevant Supply Chain, Planning or Forecasting experience.Strong analytical, planning, Excel and organizational skills.Bilingual English - Spanish Communication and Business Proficiency, and excellent written and verbal communication. Nice to Have Experience in Supply or Distribution Planning.Knowledge or certification of SAP, Power BI, Lean Six Sigma, APICS are desired.APICS (CPIM/CSCP) certification.High level of integrity and accountability, curiosity and inquisitiveness.Experience with purchasing, forecasting and supplier management.Experience managing projects and working in teams.Strong understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards related End to End Supply Chain concepts.Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and deliver concise updates to various stakeholders.
