Inventory Planning Lead

Inventory Planning Lead - MedTech role at Johnson & Johnson MedTech At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured; where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Job Function Supply Chain Planning Job Sub Function Inventory Management Job Category Professional All Job Posting Locations Bogotá, Distrito Capital, Colombia; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Las Condes, Santiago, Region Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile; Mexico City, Mexico; São Paulo, Brazil Job Description Johnson & Johnson MedTech is recruiting for an Inventory Planning Lead , located in the LATAM Region. Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at Position Overview We are seeking an Inventory Planning Lead to coordinate inventory management and supply chain efficiency across the LATAM region. This pivotal role combines inventory management and supply chain analytics to ensure optimal stock levels, reduce costs, and support business growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical approach, excellent interpersonal skills, and a results‑driven approach to enhance inventory accuracy, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance. This role will answer directly to the MedTech Strategy and IBP Leader for LATAM. Key Responsibilities Act as facilitator for the regional inventory projection as well as excess, slow moving, and obsolete consolidation. Based on statistical concepts and best practices, generate statistical safety, pipeline and cycle stock for MedTech products. Manage the dashboards and tools for the inventory management area. Generate analytical insights and tools for inventory optimization across the region. Conduct monthly inventory & E&O reviews, and act as a facilitator for the target setting processes across the organization. Orchestrate rebalancing processes, optimizing the overall inventory for the region by leveling the stocks between countries. Maintain the integrity of current and future reports, dashboards, and tools. Determine and/or drive the most effective regional or global sourcing rules. Map and document process flows for inventory management LATAM. Work cross‑functionally as needed in the development, launch, and support of new local and regional processes and tools. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, engineering, or STEM. APICS Certification preferred. Advanced degree a plus. Required Experience and Skills 5 years combined functional experience in purchasing, inventory management, manufacturing, planning, or warehousing. Experience and/or interest in the medical devices industry preferred. Interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multifunctional teams. Preferred Broad understanding of business and supply chain requirements with the ability to adapt quickly to industry‑specific demands. Excellent follow‑through and problem‑solving skills and ability to multitask. Strong analytical, computer (PC and ERP systems), SAP, and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint) skills. Other Advanced Spanish strongly recommended. Advanced English strongly recommended. Preferred Skills Coaching, Communication, Data Savvy, Demand Planning, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Industry Analysis, Inventory Management, Inventory Optimization, Inventory Turnover, Manufacturing Flow Management, Organizing, Problem Solving, Resource Forecasting, Supply Planning, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Warehouse Management Seniority Level Not Applicable Employment Type Full‑time Job Function (meta) Management and Manufacturing Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr