Regional Supply Chain Planner

BDSparks, Maryland, United States of America
$83.1K–83.1K/hrActiveVerified 1h ago

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.



We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.





Job Description

Position Summary

The Regional Supply Chain Planner is responsible for ensuring product availability across assigned regions through effective inventory deployment, replenishment planning, and inventory management. This role owns key supply chain metrics including OTIF, backorders, inventory, DIOH, and E&O while maintaining appropriate safety stock levels to support customer demand.

The position also serves as a reporting and analytics resource for the planning organization, developing dashboards, reports, and KPI visibility tools that drive data-driven decision making and process improvement. This role partners closely with Commercial, Order Management, Distribution Centers, Manufacturing Sites, and Global Supply Planning teams to optimize service and inventory performance across the network.


Key Responsibilities

  • Execute inventory deployment and replenishment plans to ensure product availability and service level targets are achieved.
  • Manage regional inventory levels, safety stock parameters, and replenishment strategies.
  • Monitor and drive performance against OTIF, backorder, inventory, DIOH, and E&O targets.
  • Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans to minimize customer impact.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPI scorecards using Power BI, Excel, and SAP data.
  • Serve as a reporting and analytics SME, driving standardization and automation across planning processes.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Order Management, Distribution Centers, Manufacturing Sites, and Supply Chain teams to resolve supply and inventory challenges.
  • Provide planning support across multiple regions as business needs require.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, process standardization, and supply chain transformation projects.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

  • 1-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Planning, Deployment Planning, Replenishment Planning, or a related field.
  • Experience working with SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, and supply chain planning systems.
  • Experience with data analysis, reporting, and KPI management.

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Systems-first mindset with a focus on leveraging technology and automation.
  • Highly coachable with a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in medical device, diagnostics, life sciences, or other regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of deployment planning, DRP, inventory optimization, and supply chain KPIs.
  • Experience with SAP APO, SAP IBP, or other advanced planning tools.
  • Experience developing automated reports and dashboards.

Key Success Measures

  • Achievement of OTIF and service level targets.
  • Reduction in backorders and inventory-related risks.
  • Inventory, DIOH, and E&O performance.
  • Adoption and effectiveness of reporting and dashboard tools.
  • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Contribution to process improvement and planning standardization initiatives.


Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

$83,100.00 - $133,000.00 USD Annual

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