Planner, Cell Separation Jobs

Summary

Are you a stickler for details and someone who thrives in dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environments? Do you have 3-5 years of experience in planning and working with material resource planning systems? If so, we encourage you to apply to our Planner, Cell Separation role!

As a Planner, you’ll be responsible for managing the inventory levels of products / materials within your assigned portfolio in order to meet customer demand, while minimizing costs associated with inventory storage and management. You’ll optimize operational efficiency, maximize cash flow and ensure inventory buffers are maintained. You’ll also get the chance to collaborate with internal operations teams to identify inventory issues and propose solutions.

Please note: This is a 14 month contract with potential for future permanent employment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter production plans to meet unforeseen conditions ensuring that backorders are promptly acted on and fulfilled
• Ensure materials are available for production and finished goods are available for purchase
• Manage inventory levels under the Cell-Separation portfolio including reviewing production plans according to availability of materials, resources and capacity with the team lead
• Work cross-functionally with various departments to effectively and efficiently align supply and demand
• Participate on operational teams dealing with product maintenance
• Maintain data integrity in ERP system for materials (incl. lead time, stocking unit of measure, etc.)
• Plan and prioritize production requirements using SAP ERP in combination with Demand Driven MRP Software, R+

Knowledge And Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of Planning experience in a production environment utilizing a material resource planning system
• Knowledge of Google Suite and/or MS Office programs (strong Google Sheets or MS Excel skills required)
• Degree in Materials Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Science
• Advanced analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• ERP/MRP system experience required (experience using DDMRP systems such as R+, as well as previous experience with SAP considered assets)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate cross-functionally and collaborate with team members

#United

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore. Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as “Scientists Helping Scientists” – standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training. We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree. STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

NOTE: STEMCELL’s vaccination policy requires that all candidates for this role be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including boosters), as currently recommended or required by local health authorities and public health orders, unless an exemption from this policy is approved through our accommodation request process.

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