Supply Chain Planner - Manufacturing Organization - Hybrid

Company Description LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range. Our tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimize food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products. LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. Join us and help us achieve our mission of Science for a Safer World! With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization. Job Description The Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for planning products, components and raw materials which support forecast needs based on the production schedules and customer requirements. This role will analyze, manage, and adjust inventory targets, reorder points, and ERP master data as assigned. The Planner is accountable for inventory levels for the materials managed while supporting company goals for on-time delivery. This position is a hybrid role expected to be on-site three days per week. Generate production plan for work centers as assigned by management; monitor and communicate performance against established plan Analyze, adjust, and optimize assigned product and component inventory levels to coincide with manufacturing demand and lead time changes while meeting business objectives Optimize production plan through analysis of attributes such as batch size, setup, and QC costs Track assigned materials to meet quality, delivery and supply chain objectives Communicate and escalate supply shortfalls and delays and support mitigation to meet customer demand Contribute to the monthly SIOP process through presentations and data submissions Analyze effectiveness of ERP Master Data associated with planned materials; adjust data as appropriate Support new product development from part loading through inventory position Maintain the integrity of MRP parameters (lot/order size, lead time, and safety stock) Review and analyze slow moving or obsolete inventory for disposition Conscientiously learn and diligently follow the requirements of the site’s quality management system Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study (supply chain management, operations/production management, or related field) – or equivalent combination of relevant education and applicable work experience. Exposure to supply chain planning, preferably within a manufacturing organization is required. Prior experience with ERP/MRP systems and Master Data is required. Prior experience with analysis and reporting of data and key performance indicators (KPI’s) is required. Experience working with information technology including database software. Life science industry experience within a supply chain planning role is preferred Prior experience using and maintaining ERP/MRP systems and Master Data is preferred. Professional certification such as APICS is preferred. Demonstrated ability to navigate ERP Systems for work orders, transactions, and producing daily, weekly, and monthly reports using provided computer systems. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel is preferred. Additional Information What we offer (US based-employees): Competitive compensation with strong bonus program Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program Flexible work options Pet Insurance for our furry friends Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks PTO that begins immediately Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more! LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership. For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com #scienceforasaferworld