Full-Time

Associate Supply Planner

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Medline

Medline

5,001-10,000 employees

Provider of medical supplies and healthcare solutions

Industrial & Manufacturing
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$59.3k - $85.8kAnnually

+ Bonus + Incentive

Junior, Mid

Northbrook, IL, USA + 1 more

More locations: Vernon Hills, IL, USA

Category
Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management
Word/Pages/Docs
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Mathematics, Applied Statistics, or related field.
  • At least 2 years related experience with Supply Planning, Materials Requirements Planning or related field.
  • Experience using inventory or supply planning systems.
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft business products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, others).
  • Experience applying mathematical concepts such as algebra and probability and statistical inference to practical situations.
  • Ability to analyze data and clearly communicate results and recommended actions to various different levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders with differing opinions, and balance trade-offs while focusing on results.
Responsibilities
  • Develop inventory plans by utilizing current demand inputs and collaborating with vendors, product divisions, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure inventory is managed according to vendor constraints and meets internal targets aligned with the business strategy.
  • Ensure appropriate execution of the inventory plan, either though collaboration with satellite buying teams or through direct purchase order placement in ERP systems.
  • Monitor and track inventory levels, service levels, surplus/obsolete inventory, vendor performance, and any other relevant KPIs to identify variance from goals. Use all available resources to analyze root causes and recommend possible actions to improve KPI results.
  • Provide input on supply chain master data elements impacting the supply plan, such as safety stock settings, lead times, network sourcing, etc.
  • Collaborate with product divisions to provide regular updates on inventory projections. Lead weekly supply review meetings to discuss supply shortages and recommend mitigation strategies. Escalate to leadership any issues that arise.
  • Coordinate with demand planning, deployment, transportation, warehousing, and customer service teams to address any changes to supply plan and solve any shortage scenarios that occur.
  • Participate in process improvement projects to drive better efficiencies and yield improvement in KPIs.
Desired Qualifications
  • APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
  • Previous experience using SAP and/or APO.
  • Knowledge of database application(s) such as Access or SQL.
  • Experience with BI or data visualization applications such as Tableau or Power BI.
  • Experience in healthcare or medical supplies manufacturing or distribution.

Medline supplies medical products and healthcare solutions to clients like hospitals and nursing homes. They offer a variety of items, including protective gear and wound care supplies, primarily through a business-to-business model. Medline distinguishes itself with a strong commitment to sustainability and has invested in domestic supply chain infrastructure. Their goal is to deliver reliable healthcare solutions while promoting sustainable practices.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$486.4K

Headquarters

Mundelein, Illinois

Founded

1966

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for home diagnostics aligns with Medline's product offerings.
  • The rise of personalized medicine boosts demand for Medline's specialized supplies.
  • Expansion of outpatient care facilities increases demand for Medline's B2B model.

What critics are saying

  • Market saturation in medical supplies could limit Medline's growth opportunities.
  • Healthcare industry consolidation may reduce potential clients for Medline.
  • Rising raw material costs could squeeze Medline's profit margins.

What makes Medline unique

  • Medline offers a diverse catalog of medical supplies and healthcare solutions.
  • The company has a strong B2B model, directly serving healthcare providers and institutions.
  • Medline is recognized for supply chain excellence and industry leadership.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave