Supply Chain Planner

About the role

Waters, a global leader in life‑sciences analytical technologies, is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to support its regulated, high‑volume testing environment. The role focuses on ensuring timely order execution, inventory visibility, and supply continuity for critical projects.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and manage purchase orders, guaranteeing on‑time execution and accurate system data.
• Provide stakeholders with visibility on supply constraints, risks, and estimated availability dates.
• Analyze inventory coverage (Days of Supply) and drive corrective actions for root‑cause deviations.
• Manage SKU replenishment using Reorder Point (ROP) and Make‑to‑Order (MTO) strategies to maintain supply continuity.
• Supervise and mitigate backorders to minimize customer impact.
• Handle business inquiries with clear, timely communication.
• Oversee product phase‑in/phase‑out processes to ensure smooth transitions.
• Maintain supply availability for key projects and ensure traceability of equipment and components.

Required profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Industrial/Production/Logistics Engineering, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics.
• Preferred postgraduate or MBA in Supply Chain, Planning or Analytics.
• Specialized training in S&OP, Demand Planning or Forecasting.
• Experience in regional or multinational environments with complex supply chains.