
Associate Supply Chain Planner - SDF
Novo Nordisk A/S, Durham, NC, United States
What we offer you
Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
All employees enjoy generous paid time off including
14 paid holidays
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
Tuition Assistance
Life & Disability Insurance
Employee Referral Awards
The Position
Coordinate the logistic flows & ensure that the planning activities are optimal within the production area.
Relationships
Reports to Manager.
Essential Functions
Review, challenge & ensure execution of operational planning in collaboration with planning functions
Proactively identify, analyze, & respond to potential issues affecting raw material planning, production planning or supply chain overall
Collaborate closely with suppliers & internal stakeholders to optimize schedules & production plans
Support the planned shipment of finished products to external customers according to order dates or inventory policies
Ensure material availability to production through purchase planning, goods receipt, sampling, and release flows
Monitor, analyze, and report on Supply Chain KPI’s
Implement LEAN & flow in the plant, proactively, show a LEAN mindset
Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Other accountabilities, as assigned
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case by case basis based on the role)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field from an accredited university is required
One (1) year of experience in Supply Chain Management, production planning, material planning, supplier management or related field preferred
Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel & electronic material management systems preferred
Familiarity with SAP (APO & ECC) preferred
Proven process improvement & problem-solving skills preferred
Experience in LEAN manufacturing a plus
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. New employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws.
Accommodation Request
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