Manager, Supply Planning

KARL STORZ • Auburn, MA

1d • $82,400 - $107,100 • Onsite

About The Position

KARL STORZ is seeking a Manager of Supply Planning to lead finished goods supply planning activities across our active product portfolio. In this high-impact role, you'll guide a team of Buyer/Planners to maintain optimal stock coverage, deliver the highest level of customer service, and meet the company's inventory and financial goals — ensuring the Right Product is in the Right Place, at the Right Time, at the Right Cost.

Requirements

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and transition fluidly between topics in a fast-paced environment
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills across cross-functional and multicultural teams
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Office Suite
• Familiarity with MRP systems
• Solid financial and business acumen with experience managing inventory investment and purchasing decisions
• 4–6 years of experience in supply chain, supply planning, or a directly transferable field
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Marketing, and Product Management to develop aligned demand and supply plans
• Recruit, hire, and develop a team of Buyer/Planners, fostering continuous growth and skill development
• Oversee purchase order creation with suppliers, factoring in lead times, volume discounts, and order handling efficiencies
• Monitor demand patterns and manage supplier communication to expedite or de-expedite deliveries as needed
• Partner with Transportation, Warehouse, and Quality teams to resolve shipment delays, receiving discrepancies, and non-conforming product issues
• Communicate product availability updates and lifecycle management decisions to Marketing and Product Management
• Support Accounts Payable in researching and resolving invoice discrepancies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, service levels, and waste reduction
• Ensure full compliance with FDA regulations (21CFR820) and KARL STORZ's Quality Management System

Benefits

• Broad decision-making authority across purchasing and inventory management
• A collaborative culture built on quality, service excellence, and continuous improvement
• Ongoing development opportunities across a dynamic, cross-functional supply chain environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager