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Form of workWhy Orthofix?
We are a leading global spine and orthopedics company with a premier portfolio of biologics, innovative spinal hardware, bone growth therapies, specialized orthopedic solutions and a leading surgical navigation system. Our combined company is over 1,600 strong, with products distributed in 68 countries worldwide and a global R&D, commercial and manufacturing footprint, and this is just the beginning!
Come join our global team of dedicated professionals who through their extraordinary efforts demonstrate every day their commitment to our mission of improving the lives of patients. At SeaSpine and Orthofix our culture is built around Integrity and the core beliefs we live by: Exceed Expectations, Work Together, Be Respectful, Get Lean and Have Fun!
How you'll make a difference?
As a Senior Global Demand Planner, you'll focus on upstream demand planning activities, working directly with Sales, Marketing and Finance to close the gap on the demand plan and budget. This individual will champion their Franchise and facilitate monthly demand reviews to help drive financial reconciliation.
What will your Duties and Responsibilities be?
The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties as tasks as needed and assigned.
What skills and experience will you need?
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position.
Education/Certifications:
Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
What qualifications are preferred?
The education, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.
Education/Certifications:
Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee's at-will employment status.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.
We are a leading global spine and orthopedics company with a premier portfolio of biologics, innovative spinal hardware, bone growth therapies, specialized orthopedic solutions and a leading surgical navigation system. Our combined company is over 1,600 strong, with products distributed in 68 countries worldwide and a global R&D, commercial and manufacturing footprint, and this is just the beginning!
Come join our global team of dedicated professionals who through their extraordinary efforts demonstrate every day their commitment to our mission of improving the lives of patients. At SeaSpine and Orthofix our culture is built around Integrity and the core beliefs we live by: Exceed Expectations, Work Together, Be Respectful, Get Lean and Have Fun!
How you'll make a difference?
As a Senior Global Demand Planner, you'll focus on upstream demand planning activities, working directly with Sales, Marketing and Finance to close the gap on the demand plan and budget. This individual will champion their Franchise and facilitate monthly demand reviews to help drive financial reconciliation.
What will your Duties and Responsibilities be?
The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties as tasks as needed and assigned.
- Champion Franchise and all correspondence regarding SC to Sales & Marketing
- Calculate safety stocks monthly for all required parts
- Calculate and analyze a statistical 24-month global sales forecast by SKU and region and or customer
- Calculate a non-sales forecast to support re-occurring implant and instrument demand, estimated loss in the field, yield factors and expiration impact, etc.
- Facilitate Monthly Demand Review meetings. Suggest a consensus plan to Mktg and Finance bases off opportunities/vulnerabilities, product lifecycle, changes in market demands, cannibalization, and sales promotions
- Develop new product launch forecasts and provide significant gaps to budget
- Drive continuous improvement of volume forecasting processes, systems, and tools
- Develop and implement a process, in accordance with IBP, to calculate new product forecasts while working closely with Sales, Marketing and Finance.
- Be an integral part of the stage gate process and attend product portfolio and weekly core meetings for both Alpha and full commercial launch products and product systems
- Monitor Demand and measure Forecast Error, Bias, MAPE, and MAD to neutralize bias
What skills and experience will you need?
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position.
Education/Certifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
- 5+ years' experience in Demand/Forecasting Planning
- Demonstrated success partnering and collaborating with Product Development teams within Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Distribution
- Project Management experience
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on meeting customer needs
- Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to write business reports and correspondence, as well as the ability to speak effectively before groups of peers, leadership, and customers
- Critical thinker with strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve and establish solutions in a high-growth and fast-paced environment
What qualifications are preferred?
The education, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of study
Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
- 8+ years of related demand planning experience
- Oracle R12 ERP experience and/or demand planning software experience
- Experience in the medical device industry
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.
- No additional physical requirements for essential functions for this position.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee's at-will employment status.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.
