Deployment Planner

Smiths Medical is currently hiring a Deployment Planner in Minneapolis, MN.

The Deployment Planner will utilize various systems/resources to manage the deployment of product from source location to DC/shipping locations throughout the network taking into account demand, current inventory, inventory targets, customer service objectives and costs. This role scrutinizes Planning system output and makes decisions that support business trade-offs. This will involve close interaction with Demand Planners and Master Schedulers in order to reconcile and adjust requirements in support of changing demand, supplier constraints and global inventory objectives. This role will also participate in continuous improvement initiatives to develop and support the network planning, allocation and reporting activities

Smiths Medical has a positive impact on someone’s life around the world every minute of every day. In fact, over 240 people every minute benefit from a Smiths Medical product. Join us and grow your career while being a part of our continued success! We offer a fun, fast-paced, inspiring and collaborative work environment with opportunities to learn and contribute at all career levels. Innovation is part of who we are, with industry-leading products across a broad spectrum of medical device categories and a strong new product development pipeline.

• Assesses ASCP signals and positions inventory in order to meet the requirements of the demand plan.
• Ensures appropriate liaison with sales and marketing to maintain inventory allocation.
• Ensures appropriate liaison with Supply Chain Planning to maintain lead times and availability.
• Provide input to the Monthly S&OP Process.
• Develop close relations with Global Product Managers, Sales & Marketing, Operations and Key Customers.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning policies, systems, procedures and metrics.
• Other duties as assigned, such as demand planning activities.
• This position is required to assure compliance of Company operations to all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices and company documented procedures (including knowledge of all standards, government occupational health and environmental regulations and statutes related to the site).
• Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

Education Required:

• University Degree (BA degree) required

Experience Required:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Demand/Supply Planning

Experience Preferred:

• Experience in Medical Device manufacturing industry preferred
• APICS certification preferred
• Oracle/ERP systems

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Smiths Medical offers a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and much more!

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Smiths Medical is always looking for people with a passion to positively impact the health and wellbeing of people around the world. If you have a curious mind, relish a challenge and want to make a difference then bring your talents here and your opportunities are endless. We're proud that we've been helping propel the human world forwards during our 160-year history of innovation. By looking at things differently. By adapting and never standing still. And by always thinking big we have introduced some of the most trusted brand names in healthcare. Today we're an aligned global business 8,000 colleagues, that touches the lives of 7 people every second across the globe. So whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out on your career, our global scale and focus on growth means great career opportunities for the right colleagues. There's never been a better time to join Smiths. And help us create the future.