Jr Network Planner

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.
Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.
Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining liveswhere your purpose accelerates our mission.
Summary
The Jr Network Planner, will report to the Network Manager and be accountable to support the Sr Network Planner for the end-to-end planning of a specified supply chain network, especially on the operational Tasks and Processes.
Essential

**Responsibilities**:
Responsible for the procurement planning, purchasing, inventory management of a portfolio of finished goods
Manage regional purchase orders
Collaborate with other Planners and Managers, Demand planners, Cluster fulfillment, Commercial & Shipping teams
Proactively report supplychain risks low cover and escalate issues where appropriate
Review transfer order exceptions and cancel, close out, or decrease or orders where necessary
Monitor supply chain performance, review & support planning parameters and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Desired Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor or masters degree in Engineering, Economics or similar fields
Demonstrable strategic level of operational and/or supply chain experience is an advantage
In-depth understanding of all aspects of end-to-end supply chain and how we interact with other functions is welcome
Evidence of ongoing continuing professional/personal development
Ability to work effectively with people across many different functions
Good communication skills required
Strong computer skills, particularly Excel, reading and creating reports and conducting analysis for business decisions
Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Embraces change, challenges status quo and makes recommendations for improvements to processes
Drives results with sense of urgency and accountability
Knowledge of JDE or similar platform is an advantage
Kinaxis Rapid Response knowledge would be considered an advantage
Fluent knowledge of English
Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability,