Materials Planner

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers-and their patients-are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day

• 401(k), eligibility after 30 days of employment

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Development opportunities to grow your career with a global company

JOB SUMMARY

The Materials Planner is responsible for inventory replenishment of assigned branches and Distribution Centers. Additionally, this position is also responsible for meeting customer service objectives while managing inventory and asset utilization levels to be in line with department goals. Materials Planner will also work closely with Sr. Materials Planners and the management team to identify and implement various process improvement initiatives and projects. It is critical for this position to be able to balance activities related to servicing daily customer requirements while assisting in longer term process improvements of their assigned DC branches.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for managing distribution and purchasing plans to meet customer service requirements includingmanaging supply of products to the branch andworking closely with branchstaff to ensure they have adequate inventory to service Apria patients.

• Manage asset utilization and inventory levels to ensure department targets are met while meeting customer service requirements including daily interaction with branch staff to ensure they have steady flow of inventory.

• Track Purchase Orders with Suppliers, DCs, andBranch personnel to resolve any issues related to past due or qty discrepancy.

• Work with Accounts Payable when invoice variance occurs.

• Monitor ERP and planning system data accuracy and work with stakeholders to resolve issues.

• Assist management team in implementation of various initiatives

• Respond to requests by team members

• Cover absenteeism and support employees when necessary

• Participate in training and cross-training as needed.

• Perform standard work (agreed buying, replenishment, off-cycle and other assigned activities) in agreed time.

• Participate in small group activities with DC team members and work on continuous Improvement projects

• Participate in daily huddles for assigned DC branches

• Review Daily performance versus target for variance to plan on key performance indicators

• Participate in discussions with DC team on gaps and improvement actions.

• Initiate improvement actions and communicate help needed to management team

• Collect data and complete required reports

• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• Education or experience (four years Inventory Material Planning/Purchasing experience) equivalent to a four year college degree is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• N/A

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required

• Strong analytical and problem skills are required

• Demonstrated Ability to listen and learn new things

• Demonstrated Ability to identify and solve problems

• Demonstrated ability to work well in teams

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Computer Skills

• Working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Office and MS Word.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• College level mathematical proficiency, with a strong ability to understand, interpret and develop spreadsheet data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (only include Preferred Qualifications if needed)

Education and/or Experience

• JDA Planning system experience highly desired

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• APICS certification highly desired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. ?It also may require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder.? Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to moderate noise.?

TRAVEL

Occasional travel as required.

OTHER INFORMATION

The essential duties and responsibilities, physical requirements, and work environment described above are representative of those typically required for this position but may vary depending on staffing and business needs at specific locations. The inclusion or omission of a specific duty or physical requirement is, therefore, not determinative of whether that function is essential to a specific individual's position.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote position which is US-based. This role requires individuals to physically reside and work within the United States. Company systems and equipment are monitored for security and other purposes and removal of Company equipment outside of the United States is not permitted without prior authorization.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.

Life at O&M

When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you're joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values-Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening-O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate's perspective and contributions.