Production Planning Manager -Orthopeadics (Grecia, Costa Rica)

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Job Function: Supply Chain Planning Job Sub Function: Production Planning & Scheduling Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Grecia, Costa Rica Job Description: "Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopeadics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.” About Orthopaedics Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at We are searching for the best talent for Production Planning Manager. Purpose: Reporting to the Production Planning & Logistics Senior Manager, the Manager will have responsibility for managing a team of supply chain personnel, including organizing and prioritizing goals and objectives in line with business strategy. This role is crucial for collaborating with Global Planning Teams to assess and consolidate direct materials supply demand, manage supply risks with external suppliers and business partners, and escalate significant issues to senior stakeholders to mitigate short- and medium-term supply challenges. This role will be a subject matter expert for the site ERP system. This will involve testing and ensuring all necessary transactions are operational, working with the IT teams to develop the system, and the training of team members. This Leader will work closely with our in-house business excellence team to ensure all site standards are met. You will be responsible for: In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: Responsible for ensuring the manufacturing build plans support high levels of customer service while maintaining minimum levels of inventory. Provides leadership, direction, and management of a team, to support execution of the Supply Chain strategy related to Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management Warehousing and Logistics. People leadership and development (e.g. resource planning, structure, and development). Assessing different distribution methods to reduce product lead times while identifying and achieving cost reduction opportunities. Responsible for managing finished goods, raw materials and WIP inventory levels. Responsible for planning, implementing, and initiating activities on multiple projects related to Supply Chain to ensure project deliverable dates and scope are met. Leads, monitors, assesses and communicates risks on key Supply Chain projects, providing regular updates to Senior Management. Ensure compliance with current regulatory standards and guidelines (EHS, Quality and Financial compliance). Develops and implements policies and procedures for the operation of Plan activities, ensuring all relevant regulatory requirements are met. Implements and maintains material and production control systems, policies, processes and procedures ensuring a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements. Work closely with other departments in implementing process improvements to achieve plant goals of production output, efficiencies, unit cost and quality. E2E focus: assist in the development and execution of continuous improvement plans, cost reduction and performance management aligned with JJPS & JJOS standards. Provide strategic influence while building sustainable partnerships with key supply chain partners (NPI, Commercial, Product Management, GSC). Responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable. Is responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures. Performs other duties assigned as needed. Qualifications / Requirements: EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION University bachelor’s degree (operations, business, logistics, systems) MBA or equivalent preferred 6 - 8 years’ materials function experience Experience in medical device operations/cGMP environment highly desirable. Ability to develop communications that are properly structured providing clear, concise messages that draw well supported conclusions. Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and practices. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage supplier relationships effectively. Problem solving and analytical skills. Proficiency in relevant software and systems used in supply chain and warehouse management. Project management tools and techniques. Six Sigma and/or Lean Certification (FPX, JJOS, JJPS, Green Belt or Black Belt) is preferred. Understanding of Health, Safety and legal requirements for the safe operation of the team. Fluent in English and Spanish REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Stakeholder management of multi decision makers, colleagues, peers and cross functional teams. Expertise in production planning, scheduling and inventory management. Ability to make effective decisions. Strong analytical skills to make quantitative projections and recommendations. Demonstrated ability to fully realize improvement initiatives. Must be proactive, self-motivated, and have a demonstrated ability to follow assignments through to completion Strong working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP/SAP EWM or similar (JDE, Oracle, WMS, IMs) Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Controls Compliance, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Developing Others, Distribution Management, Inclusive Leadership, Just-in-Time (JIT) Manufacturing, Leadership, Manufacturing Flow Management, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Product Design, Product Development, Production Operations, Stakeholder Engagement, Supply Planning, Tactical Planning, Team Management