Manager, Supply Planning

Manager, Supply Planning Supply Chain | Inventory & Vendor Management

Drive service excellence and supply chain performance for a global leader in medical innovation.

Pay range: $82,400 - $107,100

KARL STORZ is seeking a Manager of Supply Planning to lead finished goods supply planning activities across our active product portfolio. In this high-impact role, you'll guide a team of Buyer/Planners to maintain optimal stock coverage, deliver the highest level of customer service, and meet the company's inventory and financial goals - ensuring the Right Product is in the Right Place, at the Right Time, at the Right Cost.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Marketing, and Product Management to develop aligned demand and supply plans
• Recruit, hire, and develop a team of Buyer/Planners, fostering continuous growth and skill development
• Oversee purchase order creation with suppliers, factoring in lead times, volume discounts, and order handling efficiencies
• Monitor demand patterns and manage supplier communication to expedite or de-expedite deliveries as needed
• Partner with Transportation, Warehouse, and Quality teams to resolve shipment delays, receiving discrepancies, and non-conforming product issues
• Communicate product availability updates and lifecycle management decisions to Marketing and Product Management
• Support Accounts Payable in researching and resolving invoice discrepancies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, service levels, and waste reduction
• Ensure full compliance with FDA regulations (21CFR820) and KARL STORZ's Quality Management System

What You Bring

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and transition fluidly between topics in a fast-paced environment
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills across cross-functional and multicultural teams
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Office Suite
• Familiarity with MRP systems; SAP experience is highly desirable
• Solid financial and business acumen with experience managing inventory investment and purchasing decisions

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in supply chain, supply planning, or a directly transferable field
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Up to 10% travel required

Why Join KARL STORZ?

• Lead a team of 7 exempt employees within a globally respected medical device organization
• Broad decision-making authority across purchasing and inventory management
• A collaborative culture built on quality, service excellence, and continuous improvement
• Ongoing development opportunities across a dynamic, cross-functional supply chain environment
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Eligible Employee Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.


Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.


Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.


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