The Abbott Logistics Nutrition Organization has an unwavering ambition to deliver on its promise of superior customer service, in a cost-effective environment. Primary in this ambition is our drive to operate a world-class supply chain, recognized by optimal resource planning and comprehensive problem solving. In the mix of people, processes and systems, it is critical to develop and nurture strong communication networks that ensure transparency between affiliates and planning centers for all supply chain issues.
The Master Scheduling team is an important radar in the Abbott Logistics Nutrition Organization. The team is responsible for planning the production (3,5 billion USD) in the ‘international’ factories of Abbott Nutrition, of which four are based in Europe, one in Singapore, one in India and one in China (the latter two are directly planned in the Asia region). The master schedule is based on the demand planning of 60-80 affiliates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Supply Chain Management
• Production Operations Management
• Logistics Management

At least 5 years experience in logistics and/or supply chain management required.
Language
Fluent English, other languages are a plus

SKILLS

• Knowledge of SAP Advanced Planning Systems preferred
• Knowledge of Data Analytics (data warehousing, PowerBI, trend analysis) preferred
  Must be based in or around Zwolle, able to commute 4x a week.

PURPOSE

The Master Scheduler will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of valid 24 month replenishment plan for the assigned plant(s) to conform to business strategies, financial and throughput plans, capacity constraints and the target inventory profiles throughout the supply chain enabling continued growth of sales, margin and market share for commercial affiliates. Focus within the replenishment plan is to optimize inventory levels and identification of supply risks and act upon these risks. This is done by using Planning tools, where parameters are optimized to support the master schedulers’ objective

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and maintain a valid 24 month replenishment plan for all assigned families to conform to business strategies, financial and throughput plans, capacity constraints and the target inventory profiles
• Optimize the firming of the supply as it crosses the time fence for all items included in assigned families
• Perform regular communication with manufacturing sites, to ensure close collaboration and to achieve alignment on supply chain topics such as inventory, capacity, constraints and NPI’s
• Conduct monthly review of safety stocks, Minimum Order Quantities and campaigning rules, to identify and implement improvement opportunities across the supply chain
• Review key performance indicators monthly, identify opportunities to improve performance, and execute implementation of improvements
• Use key performance indicator data to measure overall supply chain healthiness compared to business and financial goals and utilize this data to advise on the best strategy to move forward
• Participate in the development and execution of plans to ensure on time introduction of new products and new activities
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with ALOG personnel, manufacturing plants, and divisional groups
• Assure compliance with local and Abbott quality, financial, and regulatory rules, policies, and procedures
• Support product launches (coordinate launch with project leads and plants, first production, define lead times, and demand management of old vs. new codes).
• Lead and manage Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects and initiatives, this also includes being accountable for the corresponding milestones