Senior Operations Planning Analyst
About The Position
Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day. As a Senior Operations Planning Analyst supporting Boston Scientific's Tier 1 U.S. distribution centers, you will apply advanced analytical and data science techniques to optimize operational performance, product flow and storage systems. You will play a critical role in driving efficiency across our distribution network by developing quantitative throughput, capacity and inventory storage models, scoping and prioritizing reporting and data requirements, and supporting the design and implementation of future technologies and capabilities. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong technical acumen, attention to detail, and a passion for driving process improvements within a fast-paced supply chain environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, data science, engineering or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in operations, distribution center/warehouse operations and/or logistics (including internships).
- Experience or training using Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Experience or training with ETL and data visualization tools, such as Alteryx, Tableau or Power BI.
- Experience or training with programming languages such as SQL, Python or R.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in mathematics, data science, engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience and preferably up to 10 years' experience in operations, distribution center/warehouse operations and/or logistics.
- Experience at Boston Scientific in relevant operational areas.
- Experience in the medical device industry or another FDA-regulated environment.
- Experience with Manhattan Active WMS.
- Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA.
- Experience with labor management systems.
- Experience or training in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience or training in project management.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Advanced proficiency with ETL and data visualization tools.
- Advanced proficiency with SQL, Python or R.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, develop and implement inventory strategies focused on capacity, storage and slotting optimization to meet business unit objectives.
- Perform advanced quantitative analysis using operations research methodologies, mathematical modeling and AI to improve product flow and operational performance.
- Provide ad hoc and routine reporting on inventory, velocity, transactions and capacity across U.S. distribution centers.
- Scope and prioritize data and reporting requirements for U.S. distribution centers.
- Evaluate and revise system processes to simplify transactions and reduce operating costs.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand operational needs and ensure optimal product processing and movement.
- Support the development and implementation of future technologies and processes across current and future distribution centers.
- Drive continuous improvement in storage and capacity management systems.
- Partner with business systems experts to develop system enhancements that improve operational efficiency.
- Demonstrate a consistent commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining adherence to Boston Scientific's Quality Policy and procedures.
- Ensure sufficient resources are maintained to comply with the Quality System and Quality Policy.
- Promote a quality-focused work environment aligned with organizational standards.
Benefits
- Core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
