Sr. Financial Demand Planner, Commercial Excellence - Abbott Molecular

Company: Abbott
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countriesJOB DESCRIPTION:At Abbott Molecular we realize the potential of personalized care as the laboratory---s most trusted and preferred source for molecular diagnostic solutions. We are a division of Abbott Laboratories, a global, diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics.Our Des Plaines, IL location has an opening for a Sr. Financial Demand Planner, Commercial Excellence. This position will execute tactical activities supporting S&OP forecasting and demand planning; participate in the development of highly predictable demand-based sales forecasts for all products in the business portfolio; work cross-functionally to achieve organizational goals.WHAT YOU---LL DOResponsible for executing tactical components of monthly S&OP processes including but not limited to:Consensus forecasts, cross-functional assumption alignment, and management review presentations; regularly perform sales forecasts and influence those outside of direct control, resolving conflicts to deliver consensus forecasts across the functional groups.Work cross-functionally to achieve organizational goals; coordinate with commercial management to develop product lifecycle; drive adherence to accountability; support project teams to ensure project success; provide regular benchmarking and adjust processes where beneficial.Generate predictable forecasts for maximum benefit for resource allocation, capital utilization and investment decisions, including but not limited to: ability to dependably manage inventory tightly, reduce distressed inventory and assess staffing requirements; responsible for managing lot sequestering for key customers and the allocation process.Monitor and recommend modifications to service metrics and safety stock levels; responsible for communicating product supply including; Drive the implementation of advanced analytics in business processes, KPI's and predictive modeling. Decisions to reposition inventory throughout the world to minimize customer backorders.Develop and recommend contingency plans in response to unexpected changes in demand/supply; provide timely and thorough assessment of problems and formulate solutions; propose solutions which present minimal disruption to the business; develop processes to mitigate reoccurrence.Participate in the preparation of executive level summaries and key assumptions, findings and observations along with actionable information; interpret ambiguous data; draw conclusions and provide recommendations.Understand and comply with applicable EHS policies, procedures, rules and guidelines.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU---LL BRINGRequiredBachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.5 years--- experience in a financial analysis role.PreferredHighly proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Experience in managing complex processes.Consensus Building: capable of utilizing strong interpersonal, verbal, presentation and writing skills to successfully interact with subordinates, colleagues, and executive management.Team Oriented: builds strong relationships at every level of the organization and is a strong motivator who knows how to influence and get others to consistently do their best work.Overcomes barriers within own organization, peer organization and virtual organization.WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter Abbott News and AbbottGlobal. JOB FAMILY:Market Development and ResearchDIVISION:AMD MolecularLOCATION:United States > Des Plaines : 1350 East Touhy AvenueADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:Yes, 10 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdfFull time

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