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Planning and Scheduling Specialist 2
Planning and Scheduling Specialist 2
发布于 大约 2 个月前普通员工/个人贡献者
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
中级经验
全职员工
仅现场办公
本科
供应链、采购与物流
SAP
Process Improvement
MRP
AI 估算 · 37k–64k
Based on the JD's pay range ($60,900-$106,800/year), converted to monthly CNY at 7.2 exchange rate. Reflects mid-level specialis
职位详情
关于这个职位
This role involves operational scheduling, demand planning, and inventory management within a global supply chain. You will use SAP to optimize schedules, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements. It's a key position for ensuring efficient production and customer service at a leading life science company.
最低要求
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or other business discipline OR Mathematics
+ years of experience in Inventory Control, Product management, Chemistry, or other Business Field
工作职责
Build operational schedules based on throughput, customer service, and all other company and/or departmental goals
Work closely with project managers, sales, marketing, and other production/purchasing planners to maintain and monitor the Planning and Scheduling of your area in SAP and related planning system to ensure scheduled are optimized to achieve corporate business objectives
Facilitate process improvement initiatives to improve customer service, increase productivity, eliminate waste, and streamline processes in production
Analyze planned orders, requirements, and system designs for global supply chain impact, and convert planned orders to production process orders as necessary
Develop SAP generated reports various performance measures to identify opportunities for refinement of strategies, process improvement, and testing
Work with global planning teams as needed to ensure planning designs and requirements are coordinated across the entire supply chain
Analyze inventory and forecast status to enhance customer service, and evaluate, test, recommend, and implement changes to improve service, cycle time, throughput, and inventory levels.
Maintain and audit key SAP planning master data, including, lot size, lead time, MRP controllers, special procurement keys, schedule margin key and purchasing type
Develop excellent understanding of complex processes from beginning to end and all steps in detail to perform trouble shooting and process improvement successfully
优先资格
+ years of experience in commercial, supply chain, or project management.
Basic scheduling techniques and material requirements planning knowledge
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access Lotus Notes, etc.)
ISO standards (in relation to preparing documents)
Certification from APICs or IBF
AI 洞察
优缺点分析
优点
- Join a global top-tier life science company with strong brand and resources.
- Gain hands-on experience with SAP and complex supply chain processes, highly valued in industry.
- Clear role with defined responsibilities and competitive compensation with bonus potential.
- Opportunity to work on process improvement projects that directly impact business performance.
- Requires strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Limited flexibility as it's an onsite role in Milwaukee, may not suit remote work preferences.
- Supply chain planning can be high-pressure during peak season or production issues.
- Ideal for professionals with 2+ years of supply chain experience who enjoy operational planning, data analysis, and collaborating with diverse teams in a structured corporate environment.
缺点 / 挑战
暂无明显挑战项
角色解读
- Progress to Senior Planning Specialist or Supply Chain Manager, overseeing larger regions or teams.
- Transition into broader roles like Demand Planning Manager or Supply Chain Analyst with deeper analytics focus.
- Develop expertise in specific areas (e.g., SAP configuration, global supply chain) and become a subject matter expert.
- Build and optimize production schedules using SAP to meet customer service and operational goals.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to align demand and supply plans.
- Analyze inventory data and forecast status to improve service levels and reduce waste.
- Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline production and increase efficiency.
- Proficiency in SAP (MRP, planning master data) and advanced Excel skills.
- Solid understanding of supply chain concepts like inventory control, forecasting, and scheduling.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for data-driven decision making.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
申请策略
- Tailor your resume to match the keywords from the job description (e.g., 'SAP', 'forecast', 'inventory control', 'scheduling').
- Research MilliporeSigma's supply chain operations and mention specific interest in their life science products during interviews.
- Emphasize your experience with SAP (especially MRP, planning modules) and any process improvement projects.
- Highlight specific achievements in inventory reduction, service level improvement, or schedule optimization.
- Include any APICS or IBF certifications, and demonstrate proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
- Showcase cross-functional collaboration with sales, marketing, or production teams.
- If not already certified, consider pursuing CPIM or CSCP from APICS to strengthen your profile.
- Brush up on advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and basic SQL for data extraction.
面试指南
- Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for behavioral questions, focusing on specific examples with measurable outcomes.
- For technical questions, explain your thought process step-by-step, showing understanding of how each action affects the supply chain.
- Demonstrate problem-solving by discussing trade-offs and how you balance multiple KPIs.
- Describe your experience with SAP for production planning. How do you set up MRP parameters?
- Tell me about a time you improved a scheduling process. What was the impact?
- How do you handle conflicting priorities between customer service and production efficiency?
- Explain how you analyze inventory data to adjust safety stock levels.
- How do you collaborate with sales teams to incorporate customer demand changes into the plan?
职位点评
54
综合评分
Stable mid-level specialist role at a global life science firm, with clear salary but limited flexibility and growth signals.
更适合这类人
This role is best suited for candidates prioritizing stable compensation and career foundation in traditional supply chain operations, who are comfortable with onsite work.
表现最好
使命价值
相对薄弱
工作生活
薪资福利65
成长发展50
工作生活30
使命价值70
薪资福利
65中等
The salary range is clearly stated and competitive for the role and location, but no additional perks mentioned in JD.
薪资信号市场水准 (36K-64K/月)
成长发展
50较低
While the role involves SAP and supply chain processes, there is no mention of training, certifications, or career path in JD.
技术前沿传统/成熟技术
技术栈SAP、Excel、MRP
业务类型ambiguous
工作生活
30较低
Onsite role in Milwaukee with no mention of flexibility or remote work.
工作模式仅现场办公
办公地点海外（不适用）
加班情况未提及（无法判断）
使命价值
70中等
Working for a global life science leader that contributes to healthcare and innovation provides a sense of purpose, though JD focuses on operational tasks.
行业发展稳定成熟行业
社会影响正向社会影响力较高
创新程度稳健跟随主流
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