Value Stream Planner III

BioLegend | About Us At BioLegend, we are committed to providing researchers with the most comprehensive and cutting‑edge high‑quality reagents for life science research. Being part of Revvity, a global provider of health science solutions, technologies, expertise and services for life sciences and diagnostics, allows us to extend the mission of enabling our customers to do legendary discovery. Join us and make a difference! BioLegend, Inc. (a division of Revvity, Inc.) develops world‑class, cutting‑edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state‑of‑the‑art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse range of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology. Job Summary The Value Stream Planner III will coordinate and expedite production according to demand and quality standards. This position will ensure that products are produced on time for distribution. The individual will assist in planning projects that have special requirements and documentation. Applicants should be well versed in production procedures, planning organization, well organized, and results‑driven with great problem‑solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for their role. Essential Functions Create production orders and follow up for on‑time delivery to meet material requirements. Audit system stocking messages for ABC codes, safety stock, reorder points, reorder quantities, and forecast demand signals. Prioritize and expedite production orders. Review and schedule product replenishments to meet the master production schedule and satisfy manufacturing production targets. Perform strategic inventory calculations to optimize production capacity and inventory levels. Work independently to review and manage assigned lab(s) production schedule/plan for production including demand, capacity, and material availability. Mentor and provide guidance for planning team members to assist with growth and development. Monitor inventory levels in ERP to ensure inventories are well stocked and products are updated. Review ERP reorder messages and/or MRP suggestions and take appropriate actions. Communicate timely responses to company departments/divisions regarding emails, ETA requests, scheduling, work order information requests. Review and recommend material for disposition(s) based on sell‑by and/or expiration dates. Coordinate cross‑functional production schedule across production departments and divisions. Create and release work orders based on demand, material availability and work center capacity. Report and coordinate with Production, QC, Customer Service and Procurement to align material and resource requirements. Optimize material stocking levels for sell‑by and expiration dates and take actions (retest, extend, use up) to minimize obsolescence/scrap. Determine MRP system settings to support product inventory targets and strategies. Propose alternate activities to resolve production issues, bottlenecks and gaps between master schedule and production plan. Analyze, update and maintain complex spreadsheets. Generate reports and metrics. Create and maintain documentation (SOPs, forms, checklists) to ensure all processes are documented. Ensure compliance with company and department policies, procedures, checklists. Create, maintain and analyze KPI metrics for planning and manufacturing analysis. Track KPI metrics for reporting to planning team. Perform other duties as assigned/required. Manage special projects or responsibilities as may be required. IACT Competencies Innovate – Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be in the forefront of development. Aspire – Have desire, purpose, and ambition, challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights. Collaborate – Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication and mutual support. Transform – Adapt, learn, re‑invent and change for future development and growth. Basic Qualifications BA or HS diploma and 9 years' work experience in Business Administration, Science, Operations Supply Chain or related field. 5 years of production planning experience. 3 years of experience in an ISO13485 environment. Preferred Qualifications Prior production planning experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems. Prior experience utilizing Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Prior experience handling multiple product lines with high volume and high mix of SKUs. Ability to multi‑task, work at a fast pace and handle a high‑volume workload. Prior experience managing products with expiration dating. Familiarity with ISO or GMP regulatory compliance requirements. Prior experience in life science, biotechnology or process manufacturing industry. Understanding of Lean Six Sigma, JIT, Kanban concepts. Work Environment & Physical Demands – Office While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting with occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently requires standing, talking and hearing. Compensation The pay range for this full‑time position is a salary of $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD annually. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The pay offered will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options. Life and Disability insurance. Paid time‑off. Parental benefits. Compassionate care leave. 401(k) with company match. Employee stock purchase plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr BioLegend