At Johnson & Johnson,?we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a?world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,?where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and?solutions are personal.?Through our expertise in Creative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.?Learn more at jnj.com (https://www.jnj.com.) . As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. **Job Function:** Supply Chain Planning **Job Sub** **Function:** End-to-End Planning **Job Category:** Professional **All Job Posting Locations:** Pune, Maharashtra, India **Job Description:** · **JOB SUMMARY** + _Leads S&OP; meetings with external suppliers_ + _Plans and controls inventory of finished goods to meet sales and distribution demand._ + _Analyzes inventory levels, inventory positioning and production and sale forecasts._ + _Implements strategies to improve customer service and operational metrics_ + _Develops planning scenarios and present to management_ + _Lead digital project to improve processes and data management_ **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES** Under limited supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:



+ _Oversees the planning and execution management of complex Medical Device supply chains supported by various external partners_ + _Monitors and tracks supplier KPIs and develops cross functional mitigations to address supplier performance issues_ + _Responsible for developing and monitoring annual supplier purchase plans related to JNJ Business Planning processes_ + _Partner with Global Planning team to translate country demand forecasts into SKU level purchase plans while meeting inventory targets and minimizing SLOB risk_ + _Lead Global Supply Chain improvement projects to optimize the External Operations Planning team_ + _Maintains relationships with key suppliers._ + _Develops and implements inventory policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures._ + _Plans purchases and inventory per sales forecast, to meet both customer service and inventory targets_ + _Coordinates and schedules the shipment of finished goods to fulfill contractual agreements with suppliers._ + _Reports the supply shortages and surpluses of company products to management._ + _Places Purchase Orders for finished goods and raw materials based on sales and inventory targets_ + _Develops planning scenarios and presents to management_ + _Acts as planning representative in global projects impacting their supply chains_ + _Executes ad-hoc planning reports_ + Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures + Performs other duties assigned as needed **EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION** + _Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, or Supply Chain related field is required,



a Master's degree is strongly preferred_ + _2-4 years of related experience in Supply Chain / Operations is strongly preferred_ **REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS** _._ + _Technical skills & competencies:_ + _Strong analytical skills and advanced knowledge of Excel is required_ + _Experience with SAP S4Hana or similar ERP planning systems is preferred_ + _Business skills & competencies:_ + _Excellent organization, time management and interpersonal skills_ + _Highly detail oriented with exceptional follow-up_ + _Ability to identify and manage business priorities_ + _Ability to resolve issues: both technical and supply based_ + _Other preferred qualifications:_ + _Experience in the Medical Device industry or medical/pharmaceutical field_ + _Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices, and procedures_ + _Demonstrated experience in working with external partners_ + _Working in a global, matrixed environment_ **ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS** + _Must have flexible working hours to accommodate various time zones_ + _Must be fluent in English_ **RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS & INTERNAL INTERACTIONS** + _Reports to the External Operations Planning Manager_ **PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS / REQUIREMENTS** + _N/A_ **LOCATION & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS** + _Primary location Pune,_ _Maharashtra , India_ + _Estimated 5-10% domestic and international travel_ **EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS** + _Manages relationships and interactions with external suppliers_ **Required Skills:** **Preferred Skills:** Analytical Reasoning, Audit Management, Business Behavior, Coaching, Data Reporting, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Detail-Oriented, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Inventory Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Materials Handling, Organizing, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Procurement Systems, Supply Chain, Supply Planning

📌 Senior Planner- External Operations (Pune)
🏢 J&J Family of Companies
📍 Pune