Job Description

The Opportunity: Under moderate supervision, plan, schedule and monitor the movement of material through the planning cycle. Determine material requirements from customer and Avantor Service Onsite team.What we\'re looking for:

• Education:
• College degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Management or other applicable discipline; MBA desirable
• Experience & qualification:
• 2-3+ years procurement experience with enterprise level planning
• Experience with APO or similar forecasting tools highly desirable.
• APICS/CPIM certification desirable.
• \xc2\xb7Global Supply Chain experience a plus.
• Formal problem-solving training desirable, i.e. Six Sigma

• Proficient in MS office suite (Excel, Access, Word). Demonstrated ability to analyze large data sets; Strong system aptitude required
• Understanding of forecast and replenishment theory, obtained through APICS or similar training coursework.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, experience in a matrix environment desirable.
• Strong analytical skills
• Solid knowledge and practical use of Forecasting and Inventory Planning tools; i.e. Logility, SAP, or equivalent.

• Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Teams experience preferred

How you\'ll thrive and create an impact:

• Apply analytical and statistical techniques to develop a tactical demand forecast and replenishment plan supporting Avantor Services Onsite
• Determine optimal inventory position for each SKU. Maximize VWRs investment in inventory
• Analyze data and make recommendations on increasing/decreasing inventory targets; establish ideal safety stock targets
• Participate in inventory planning activities including, but not limited to, ownership and maintenance of supply planning models and/or ERP planning system.
• Champion monthly Sales and Operations Planning process
• Partner with Avantor Services Team, Finance and Purchasing to project, track and control Excess and Obsolete Inventory levels.
• Prepare purchasing and inventory forecasts and financial projections. Analyze variances between actual and budgeted/forecasted activity
• Identify and correct Supply Chain constraints by acting as liaison between Avantor Services team and customer
• Establish, maintain, report and analyze trends for Key Performance Indicators for forecast accuracy, demand variability, inventory, and backorder
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people\'s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom\'s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.3rd party non-solicitation policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation

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