Lead Supply Chain Planner (Hybrid - Acton, MA)

Position Overview: 
Lead the planning of components and direct material purchases to support global manufacturing operations.  Define, execute and report on supplier production plans to ensure component supply meets Insulet’s growth objectives.  Responsible for all aspects of component planning including tools, processes, and metrics through the extended supply chain. Ownership of inventory planning in conjunction with Global Procurement for all Insulet direct materials. This role also has purchasing responsibility using Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) to ensure supply of all SKUs meets Insulet production goals.

 

Responsibilities:

• Drive tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers to ensure material planning processes are followed and that available material will achieve target inventory levels.

• Deliver and measure component forecast plans for tier 1 and 2 suppliers to support contract-manufacturer-purchased materials and Insulet requirements.

• Review short, medium, and long-term component supply positions globally to assure component supply and maintain component inventories at target levels to safeguard supply requirements at all factories

• Drive cross functional mitigation plans in cases of supply risk to avoid impact to production schedules in the end-to-end planning horizon

• Drive continuous improvement of material flow processes in support of procurement and manufacturing goals, particularly lead time and freight costs.

• Manage Month and Quarter-End Inventory Reconciliation Processes to ensure alignment with Finance Operations.

• Manage tactical communication with critical suppliers and develop detailed shipment plans to support manufacturing, particularly when recovering from supply issues.

• Engage with Sales Ops, Supply Chain Planning and overall Operations/Distribution.

• Manages MRP and purchasing for direct materials and finished devices.

• Work with suppliers and category managers to negotiate favorable prices.

• Manage replenishment strategy for key materials in line with supplier capabilities and material characteristics aligned with Procurement agreements

• Accountable to ensure proper Master data and planning parameters to drive accurate planning and procurement of materials

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA preferred but not required.

• 8+ years prior purchasing experience

• Background in medium/high volume electronics, plastics, metals, sterile packaging

 

Skills/Competencies:

• Proven background in delivering on supply assurance results.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Direct responsibility for inventory turns management.

• In depth understanding of critical Supply Chain and MRP processes.

• Supplier certification and performance metrics reporting.

 

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office). #LI-Hybrid

 

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $107,600.00 - $161,450.00 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.