Value Stream Planner II

About Us

At BioLegend, we are committed to providing researchers with the most comprehensive and cutting-edge high-quality reagents for life science research. Being part of Revvity, a global provider of health science solutions, technologies, expertise and services for life sciences and diagnostics, allows us to extend the mission of enabling our customers to do legendary discovery. Join us and make a difference!

About the Role

The Value Stream Planner II coordinates and expedites production according to demand and quality standards. This position ensures our products are produced on time for distribution. The ideal candidate is well-versed in production procedures, well organized, and results-driven with strong problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Create Production orders in the ERP system.
• Follow up on Production Orders for on-time delivery of production requirements.
• Prioritize and expedite Production Orders.
• Monitor Material Sell-by and Expiration Dating.
• Review and schedule product replenishments to meet the master production schedule and satisfy manufacturing production targets.
• Perform strategic inventory calculations to optimize production capacity and inventory levels.
• Work independently to review and manage assigned lab(s) production schedule/plan for production including demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Monitor inventory levels in ERP system to ensure inventories are well stocked and all products are updated.
• Review ERP Reorder messages and/or MRP suggestions and take appropriate actions.
• Request material transfers when material is available.
• Communicate timely responses to company departments/divisions regarding emails, ETA requests, scheduling, and work order information requests.
• Recommend material for disposition(s) based on “Sell-by” dating and/or “Expiration” dates.
• Coordinate production schedule with production departments.
• Release Work Orders based on demand, material availability, and work center capacity.
• Work closely with Production, QC, Customer Service, and Procurement groups to coordinate material and resource requirements for the production plan.
• Optimize material stocking levels for sell-by and expiration dates and take appropriate actions (retest, extend, use up) to minimize obsolescence/scrap.
• Determine MRP system settings to support product inventory targets and strategies.
• Propose alternate activities to resolve Backorders.
• Analyze, update, and maintain complex spreadsheets.
• Generate reports and metrics.
• Create and maintain documentation (SOPs, Forms, Checklists) to ensure all processes are documented.
• Ensure compliance with company and department policies, procedures, checklists.
• Create KPI metrics for planning and manufacturing analysis.
• Track KPI metrics for reporting to the planning team.
• Perform other duties as assigned/required.
• Manage special projects or responsibilities as may be required.

iACT Competencies

• Innovate: Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be at the forefront of development.
• Aspire: Have desire, purpose, and ambition challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights.
• Collaborate: Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication, and mutual support.
• Transform: Adapt, learn, re-invent, and change for future development and growth.

Requirements

• BA or equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Science, Operations Supply Chain, or related field.
• 4 - 6 years of Production Planning experience required.
• 2 years of experience in an ISO13485 environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior production planning experience utilizing ERP/MRP Systems.
• Prior experience utilizing Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
• Prior experience handling multiple product lines with high volume and high mix of SKUs.
• Ability to multi-task, work at a fast pace, and handle a high volume workload.
• Prior experience managing products with expiration dating.
• Familiar with ISO or GMP regulatory compliance requirements.
• Prior experience in life science, biotechnology industry, or process manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma, JIT, Kanban concepts.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. Occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear.

Pay

The pay range for this full-time position is $68,500 - $84,000 USD annually. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The pay offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

For benefit-eligible roles only. Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed.