What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning & Support Specialist position at abbott?
JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott: 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 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Operations Support Specialist Primary job function The Operations Support Specialist is responsible to support the warehouse in projects, ad hoc /urgent requests and backup for warehouse staff functions. Core job Responsibilities (major accountabilities) Monitor and adjust planning in case of interruptions and or changing customer needs in cooperation with other departments. Monitor planning progress and resource planning in conjunction with the warehouse supervisors. Daily monitoring of planning progress and pro-active communication with Warehouse Coordinators, Planning & Support Specialist and Warehouse Operations Supervisors. Communicate and follow up with warehouse operations, transport planning, dispatch and customer service to ensure actions are taken in line with agreed planning. Perform analyses and provide data needed for analyses. Be the first point of contact for the warehouse during absent of Warehouse Operations Supervisor. Purchases and coordinates with suppliers to ensure adequate inventory is received and available for all Commodities, such as Packaging – Labels – plastic wrapping. Overseas proper warehouse maintenance and housekeeping. Selection, training development, motivation, review and control of warehouse employees to assure continuity of efficient operations in cooperation with Warehouse Operations Supervisor. Requires a flexible work schedule. Supervisory/management responsibilities Be the first point of contact for the warehouse during absent of Warehouse Operations Supervisor. Position accountability / scope Scope: -- Reporting to : Operations Manager Provides services to : ANSC Relationship with : Various departments within ALOG Breda Budget responsibility : N/a Education HBO level or a demonstrably equivalent level, obtained through additional training and proven work experience. (Technical) skills Strong analytical skills to distinguish main and secondary matters, be pragmatic, focus on main issues and quickly understand inter-relationships. People management and decision-making skills. Ability to read, understands, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to read and interpret customer requirements. Ability to work with various systems to ensure analyses can be performed efficient and effective. Well experienced in working with Excel. Well-developed communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in Dutch and English. Business knowledge & experience Familiarized with Warehouse Management Systems. Familiarized with IT systems and automation. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: Netherlands > Breda : Minervum 7201 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter