TAR B, USA
6 days ago
Sr. Director of Production Planning

Do you want to join us in helping to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enabling access to care for more people around the world? At Siemens Healthineers, we pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

At Siemens Healthineers, we offer you a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow personally and professionally.

Our Global Team:

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated employees across more than 70 countries passionately pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare to help improve people’s lives around the world. As a leader in the industry, we aspire to create better outcomes and experiences for patients no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio, spanning from in-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics to image-guided therapy and innovative cancer care, is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

Our Culture:

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world.  We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

Leads a SCM organization, defines and implements SCM strategy, standards and guidelines in area of responsibility (both Procurement and Supply Chain/Logistics functions).

The Sr. Director of Production Planning for CLS External Manufacturing is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and focus to ensure operational excellence for external suppliers providing reagents, consumables, automation, and spare parts to the DX CLS business line of Siemens Healthineers. Responsibility for the overall operational relationship with external suppliers to Siemens Healthineers, including, but not limited to planning/production oversight, obsolescence management, prioritization of work efforts internally and externally, and contract execution/management.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for production planning and issue resolution of externally supplied finished goods.  Coordinate and direct supplier’s operations, including, but not limited to manufacturing, supply chain management, capacity utilization, productivity, continuous improvement, obsolescence management, cost controls, and contract management.Identify and drive supplier development and initiate strategic improvement projects.Possess and develop in-depth familiarity with products, manufacturing technology, and capabilities.Maintains an understanding of supplier’s contractual obligations and liabilities while serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders.Collaborate with Finance and provide in-depth analysis of financial performance, identifying watchouts and variance plans while providing leadership in attaining financial targets.Provide budgetary requirements for Production Plan attainment, including capital investment.Foster a continuous improvement culture, driving the development and support of innovative and effective cost reduction and productivity programs.Responsible for building and leading a high-performing, international team, including talent selection, development, mentoring and performance management.Provides leadership and clear priorities and creates a culture of trust and collaboration.

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required:

•      Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain / Operations Management, Commercial Operations Management or similar technical discipline. 

10+ years of Senior level Operational Management experience in medical devices and/or a regulated manufacturing environment in healthcare or high technologyProven track record of managing employees, building a high-performance supply organization, and ensuring delivery of high-quality products on time and on budget.

•      Strong knowledge of manufacturing, quality, procurement, finance, sales and marketing, business development, regulatory and strategic planning required.

Requirements to have for success in this role:

•      Excellent communication skills are required, both written and verbal.

•      Ability to concisely summarize complex information is required.

•      Must be able to travel up to  25%, more if business needs dictate

•      Develop and maintain working relationships with people inside and outside the company, including customers, vendors, associations, etc.

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At Siemens Healthineers, we value those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Our people make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites and motivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose:  To innovate for healthcare, building on our remarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even better healthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our work allows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally. 

The base pay range for this position is

Min $201,200 - Max $301,800

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Siemens Healthineers offers a variety of health and wellness benefits including paid time off and holiday pay.  

This information is provided per the required laws and regulations. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Siemens Healthineers external or internal careers site.

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