Replenishment Planner : VMI Support and process Improvement

A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for over 55 years, bioMérieux conceives, develops, produces and markets diagnostics solutions (systems, reagents, software and services) intended for clinical and industrial applications, which determine the origin of a disease or a contamination to improve the health of patients and insure consumer safety.

bioMérieux is present in 44 countries and serves more than 160 countries with the support of a large network of distributors. Its corporate headquarters are located in Marcy l’Étoile, near Lyon, in France.

Joining bioMérieux is choosing to be a part of an innovative company with a long term vision, committed to the service of public health and carried out with a human-centered corporate culture.

Our Company offers numerous opportunities for professional development. You want to  help save lives across the globe? Join the 13,000 employees of bioMérieux!

We are looking for a Replenishment Planner to support operational replenishment flows and Stock deployment process improvements from United States.

This position will report to the Worldwide Stock Deployment Manager within Supply & Demand Management.

If you are willing to explore the challenges of stock deployment, bring your expertize to improve stock availability in the US, and live in the US , this is the position for you.

This position is located in Saint Louis, Missouri, United States.

What will be your main missions at bioMérieux?

After a few months in France (Craponne) to practice the replenishment processes to ensure stock availability in bioMérieux subsidiaries / French International Distribution Center, you will then relocate in Saint Louis to :

• Manage stock availability of International Distribution Center in France delivered from US  and some Subsidiaries to reach On Time In Full targets in respect of the scrap objectives.
• Lead continuous improvements projects in collaboration with the internal/external departments to optimize our processes, inventory and costs.
• Be a key player for Global Supply Chain projects for SCORE and Supply and Demand Initiatives, as the intercompany stock deployment lead.
• Manage crisis if needed
• Contribute to build and maintain the service level agreement of your scope with the concerned subsidiaries, and Inventory Managers, including for launch and discontinuation of products
• Ensure the consistency of IDC FR and subsidiaries planning data in the different Information Systems
• Build and optimize the stock deployment plan (transportation mode, replenishment frequency…)
• Execute the replenishment plan (interfacing with the transport department, International Sales Administration Team in US, IDC France stakeholders, US based inventory Managers) in compliance with internal procedures and international regulations
• Lead the appropriate governance (i.e. Short Interval Meetings, project team meetings…)

 Who are you ?

• Expert knowledge in supply chain, mostly planning, inventory management and logistic flow management. Your have a Bachelor or Master Degree in Supply Chain Engineering or Business University and minimum 2 years of professional experience in the above fields.
• Ability to communicate in an multicultural environment with enthusiasm / cross functional experience
• Experienced in Project Management
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to plan ahead
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical skills, work with data to assess situations and take appropriate action.
• Knowledge of internal company process and strong interpersonal network.
• Skilled in IS tools : Excel, SAP (ECC / APO) , Planning and stock deployment tools (i.e OMP, Fluide)
• You are proficient in French and business English (written and oral)

Working at bioMérieux means being involved long term with a pioneering, visionary and constantly growing company that allows its employees to live a stimulating and inspiring experience in a fulfilling work environment

Our internal mobility policy offers numerous opportunities for each of our 13 000 employees to blossom throughout their career, while respecting each employee’s individual talents as well as their personal and professional development.

At bioMérieux, over 200 professions - both scientific and non-scientific - offer our employees the opportunity to broaden their fields of expertise and develop cross-functional careers. We provide a rewarding experience in an international company that brings together talents from diverse backgrounds, thus fostering a daily aspiration to go beyond the limits.

Helping improve public health around in the world : our mission gives purpose to every profession practiced within the company.

bioMérieux is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/GINA.