Material Planner

JOB DESCRIPTION Working at Abbott Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity Our location in Lake Forest, IL currently has an opportunity for a Material Planner. The Material Planner is responsible for the efficient purchase, storage and movement of raw materials and finished goods. What You’ll Work On Individual contributor role with comprehensive knowledge in the specific area. Ability to execute highly complex or specialized work. Works independently, applies standards yet adapts precedent and may make departures from established processes to resolve problems. Under general direction, determines the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule. Initiates purchase or production requisitions as appropriate. May be expected to give direction and guidance to other Material Planners. Frequently reports to an Inventory Planning and Control Manager. Provides advice and validates the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule. Required Qualification High school diploma or GED 4 years related work experience Preferred Qualifications Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation) Data Analysis & Inventory Management (inventory optimization, demand analysis, stock monitoring, and performance tracking) Raw Materials Planning (material requirements planning, supply planning, inventory control, and production support) Benefits Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 – $101,300.00 Job Family Supply Chain Division TM Transfusion Medicine Location United States > Abbott Park : AP08B Work Shift Standard Travel No Medical Surveillance Not Applicable Significant Work Activities Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: is the Law link - Espanol: #J-18808-Ljbffr