Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The planner is responsible for demand planning, inventory optimization, and supply planning for one or more Express Scripts Mail Order/Specialty Pharmacy location/s. This includes analyzing, monitoring and identifying trends for demand and supply planning of all drug products. This position is responsible for determining inventory strategy through the use advanced forecasting tools. The Sr. Planner will ensure the supply plan meets or exceeds the needs of the business with minimal or no impact to patient service levels.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Manage day to day planning activities by reviewing historical demand; analyze/monitor trends. Review and ensure supply plan supports required demand plan. Consult purchasing team and adjust as necessary Work with planning and site purchasing to set yearly inventory goals
• Work with internal customers to understand trends; identify opportunities to optimize inventory & service levels; ensure drug stock-outs are minimized; assist in root cause analysis and corrective action. Recommend, implement and present process improvements that drive cost savings
• Determine optimal inventory and service levels and provide monthly recommendations to Sr. Manager Fulfillment/Specialty Planning and site Purchasing Manager
• Manage demand and supply parameters within the Oracle WIMS system
QUALIFICATIONS:
Formal Education and/or Training:
BA/BS degree or 8-11 years equivalent working experience; MBA preferred
Years of Experience:
2 - 5 years relevant MRP planning experience; strong technical knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
Licensures/Certifications:
APICS certification preferred
Computer or Other Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced EXCEL skills for database formulas, sorting, pivot tables, charts; Working experience with ERP/MRP systems
Knowledge and Abilities:
Ability to interface with internal customers in a profession and ethical manner; Good written and verbal communications; Time management skills; Ability to influence leaders, peers, subordinates; Good financial & business acumen; Strong presentation skills; Ability to travel 20%
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 83,600 - 139,300 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.
