PC Planner / Sr. Planner

Varian Medical Systems, located in Palo Alto, California, is the world's leading manufacturer of radiotherapy systems, which are treating thousands of cancer patients per day. The company is also a premier supplier of X-ray tubes and flat-panel digital subsystems for imaging in medical, scientific, and industrial applications. VMS currently employs over 3,300 people who are located at manufacturing sites in North America and Europe and in 40 sales and support offices around the world. The company's gross revenues reached $1.2 billion for fiscal year 2004.

 

PC Planner

 

Job Duties:
Analyze MRP output and initiate Purchase Requisitions as required, in SAP R/3. Manage Inventory to the approved levels in accordance with established guidelines. Schedule production for in-house Work Centers as appropriate. Participate in Process Improvement/Cost Reduction Teams. May also have Buying responsibilities.

 

Qualifications:


Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with related experience in automated systems environment. At least 2 years experience in Production/Material Planning for Planner position and a minimum of 4 years experience for Sr. Planner position. Experience working in an SAP R/3, Demand Flow environment (repetitive manufacturing) preferred. Demonstrated leadership and problem solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills are strongly desired. APICS Certification preferred.






jeff.brainerd@us.varian.com








 

Varian Medical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.