Junior Planner

at  ZEISS Group

About Us:
How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?!
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!
Location/Region: This position is located in Toronto area.
What’s the role?
As a Junior Planner, you get to work with an astonishing team that plays a vital role in the field. Show case your skills and experience with process enhancement
Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.
Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

• This position has ownership of the inventory and materials planning functions within both Carl Zeiss Vision Canada Inc. (lab) and Carl Zeiss Canada Ltd. (SSC).
• The scope of the planning activities covers raw materials, consumables and non-inventory purchased materials.
• The Planning function will support department experts in the planning, management and control of materials by providing advice, guidance and structure to the processes.
• Control and distribution of the supplies across the lab.
• Key Metrics of the Position: (e.g., Position Reporting, Revenue, Budget, etc.)
• Employee Reports (Direct & Indirect): N/A
• Revenue: NA
• Budget: NA
• Additional Key Metrics:
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Increase the profitability of the laboratory through safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives
• Utilize a variety of tools to present, track, solve, maintain, and communicate KPI’s as they relate to the logistics, procurement and supply activities.
• Inventory planning for raw materials and CZV & CZC consumables and purchased materials;
• Work with Materials Associates and coordinate raw material replenishment;
• Provide guidance and assistance on the management of all consumables including (but not limited to):
• o Efficient and cost-effective purchasing practices.
• o Effective planning and timing of purchase orders to avoid stock outs and rush shipments.
• o Proper storage, control and fifo consumption of inventory.
• o Assistance with vendor identification and Purchase Order placement.
• Provide the team with reports providing visibility and to aid in the planning and management of current and future status of consumables.
• Placing and controlling orders and inventory levels, ensuring that material availability is balanced with effective cost controls.
• Management of storage space to be able to cycle inventory.
• Manage the stock with the FIFO mentality when applicable, making sure to properly dispose of expired products.
• Define storage and distribution points of each material as well as the minimum and maximum stock levels.
• Evaluate and recommend suppliers.
• Work in cooperation with purchasing department and global logistics
• Coordinate demand and usage with different departments to ensure planning is aligned.
• Lead the annual cycle counting activity.
• Liaison with our logistics service providers on shipments to ensure on-time delivery;
• Timely creation of purchase orders for non-inventory materials;
• Follow up with vendors on open orders and communicate status to stakeholders;
• Secondary Responsibilities:
• Prepare and present data to all levels in the company on production results and forecasts
• Monitor industry trends that impact lab operations and look for ways to continue to improve through improved cost and inventory control.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Experience and Education Requirements:
• Proven experience with logistics, 3-5 years of experience is preferred;
• A post secondary education in a relevant discipline is preferred;
• Previous experience working with logistics service providers, preferably with high value shipments;
• Experience preparing export documentation;
• Purchasing training and/or experience;
• Able to troubleshoot and find quick solutions for the situations that might be presented daily;
• Good communication internally and with suppliers
• Microsoft office knowledge, to manage spreadsheets, documents and presentations
• Experience working in global matrixed organization with a business partner mindset
• Ability to build lasting relationships and influence without authority
• Self starter, with the ability to manage multiple priorities with tight timelines
• Leadership competencies:
• critical thinking, challenging appropriately, customer focus, conflict resolution, process management, drive for results
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with issues logically and within the company guidelines
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks based on daily business demands;
• A strong detail oriented work ethic and the ability to work collaboratively in a team;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision when required.
• Dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal work instructions
• Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner
• Professional demeanor
• Working Conditions and Special Demands:
• General office equipment used including but not limited to: PC and related software, 10-key calculator, telephone, copier, and fax machine. DVI Network, Microsoft Suite.
• This job description contains the general details considered necessary to outline the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as inclusive of all work requirements. All position requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Do you qualify?

• Proven experience with logistics, 3-5 years of experience is preferred;
• A post secondary education in a relevant discipline is preferred;
• Previous experience working with logistics service providers, preferably with high value shipments;
• Experience preparing export documentation;
• Purchasing training and/or experience;
• Able to troubleshoot and find quick solutions for the situations that might be presented daily;
• Good communication internally and with suppliers
• Microsoft office knowledge, to manage spreadsheets, documents and presentations
• Experience working in global matrixed organization with a business partner mindset
• Ability to build lasting relationships and influence without authority
• Self starter, with the ability to manage multiple priorities with tight timelines
• Leadership competencies:
• critical thinking, challenging appropriately, customer focus, conflict resolution, process management, drive for results
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with issues logically and within the company guidelines
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks based on daily business demands;
• A strong detail oriented work ethic and the ability to work collaboratively in a team;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision when required.
• Dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal work instructions
• Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner
• Professional demeanor

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental

• This position has ownership of the inventory and materials planning functions within both Carl Zeiss Vision Canada Inc. (lab) and Carl Zeiss Canada Ltd. (SSC).
• The scope of the planning activities covers raw materials, consumables and non-inventory purchased materials.
• The Planning function will support department experts in the planning, management and control of materials by providing advice, guidance and structure to the processes.
• Control and distribution of the supplies across the lab.
• Key Metrics of the Position: (e.g., Position Reporting, Revenue, Budget, etc.)
• Employee Reports (Direct & Indirect): N/A
• Revenue: NA
• Budget: NA
• Additional Key Metrics:
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Increase the profitability of the laboratory through safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives
• Utilize a variety of tools to present, track, solve, maintain, and communicate KPI’s as they relate to the logistics, procurement and supply activities.
• Inventory planning for raw materials and CZV & CZC consumables and purchased materials;
• Work with Materials Associates and coordinate raw material replenishment;
• Provide guidance and assistance on the management of all consumables including (but not limited to):
• o Efficient and cost-effective purchasing practices.
• o Effective planning and timing of purchase orders to avoid stock outs and rush shipments.
• o Proper storage, control and fifo consumption of inventory.
• o Assistance with vendor identification and Purchase Order placement.
• Provide the team with reports providing visibility and to aid in the planning and management of current and future status of consumables.
• Placing and controlling orders and inventory levels, ensuring that material availability is balanced with effective cost controls.
• Management of storage space to be able to cycle inventory.
• Manage the stock with the FIFO mentality when applicable, making sure to properly dispose of expired products.
• Define storage and distribution points of each material as well as the minimum and maximum stock levels.
• Evaluate and recommend suppliers.
• Work in cooperation with purchasing department and global logistics
• Coordinate demand and usage with different departments to ensure planning is aligned.
• Lead the annual cycle counting activity.
• Liaison with our logistics service providers on shipments to ensure on-time delivery;
• Timely creation of purchase orders for non-inventory materials;
• Follow up with vendors on open orders and communicate status to stakeholders;
• Secondary Responsibilities:
• Prepare and present data to all levels in the company on production results and forecasts
• Monitor industry trends that impact lab operations and look for ways to continue to improve through improved cost and inventory control.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Experience and Education Requirements:
• Proven experience with logistics, 3-5 years of experience is preferred;
• A post secondary education in a relevant discipline is preferred;
• Previous experience working with logistics service providers, preferably with high value shipments;
• Experience preparing export documentation;
• Purchasing training and/or experience;
• Able to troubleshoot and find quick solutions for the situations that might be presented daily;
• Good communication internally and with suppliers
• Microsoft office knowledge, to manage spreadsheets, documents and presentations
• Experience working in global matrixed organization with a business partner mindset
• Ability to build lasting relationships and influence without authority
• Self starter, with the ability to manage multiple priorities with tight timelines
• Leadership competencies:
• critical thinking, challenging appropriately, customer focus, conflict resolution, process management, drive for results
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with issues logically and within the company guidelines
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks based on daily business demands;
• A strong detail oriented work ethic and the ability to work collaboratively in a team;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision when required.
• Dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal work instructions
• Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner
• Professional demeanor
• Working Conditions and Special Demands:
• General office equipment used including but not limited to: PC and related software, 10-key calculator, telephone, copier, and fax machine. DVI Network, Microsoft Suite.
• This job description contains the general details considered necessary to outline the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as inclusive of all work requirements. All position requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion