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Director, Value Chain Instruments Req. # 23839 Job Family MP - Materials Planning Location US-MA-Milford | IE-Wexford-Wexford | UK-Cheshire-Wilmslow Overview Value Chain Planning owns a critical part of the supply chain, ensuring clarity between operations, sales and finance on status of products, expected shipment and arrival dates, and insights to anything driving changes to plan. This role is accountable for working across functions and integrating the work of different supply chain disciplines to ensure optimal supply to meet customer's demand and to deliver the business' annual operating plan. This leader will work with region sales, product management, and demand planning teams to understand demand requirements and align with procurement, manufacturing and distribution to ensure product and resources are in place to meet those requirements. Collaboration with other value chain leaders to communicate, root cause, and recommend solutions to constraints across the supply chain is critical. Responsibilities Lead and manage the global supply planning function / team for assigned value chains. Implement and stabilize plans and decisions from the monthly enterprise Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process. Own alignment with stakeholders (planning, sales, manufacturing, distribution, purchasing) by executing Integrated Tactical Planning (ITP) weekly. Develop a comprehensive view of the demand plan to ensure data accuracy and visibility of demand signals to drive supply plans. Develop an accurate and stable supply signal to be used by global operations to meet customer demand. Monitor and synchronize information and product flows to prevent supply disruptions and support new opportunities. Partner with Inventory Optimization to maintain inventory levels in line with service requirements and customer expectations. Coordinate on demand visibility for new product introductions and discontinuations to optimize revenue and minimize Excess & Obsolete. Work with Strategy & Operational Excellence team to implement supply transparency tools and processes. Leverage the Supply Review step of IBP to communicate potential interruptions and solutions. Provide leadership and development to the global supply planning team. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering; Masters preferred. 10+ years of hands-on combined experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning or other Supply Chain disciplines. Previous experience leading the implementation or execution of IBP process, S&OP or related business planning process. Strong understanding of ERP/MRP fundamentals. Travel up to 20% of the time. Preferred location: At a Global Operations site in the US or Europe. Company Description Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in analytical instruments, separations technologies, and software, serving the life, materials, food, and environmental sciences for over 65 years. Our Company helps ensure the efficacy of medicines, the safety of food and the purity of water, and the quality and sustainability of products used every day. In over 100 countries, our 7,600+ passionate employees collaborate with customers in laboratories, manufacturing sites, and hospitals to accelerate the benefits of pioneering science . Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Key Words value chain demand planning supply planning inventory IBP s&op #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you experienced in product management? Are you interested in the scientific instruments industry? Join a growing and collaborative team at a top provider of analytical technology.

You will be responsible for the complete life-cycle product management of our client's line of analyzers used in the renewable fuels industry.

Location: based in Houston, TX

• New product and applications research, product planning, and execution with particular emphasis on product solutions for the renewables market
• Managing the product throughout the Product Lifecycle - defining the product vision & roadmap
• Formulate product strategy by gathering and prioritizing product and customer needs
• Work closely with engineering to deliver winning products, and with other company divisions to ensure those products make it smoothly to the customer
• See the big picture of where your product fits into the companys long-term and short-term goals

• Degree qualified (BS/BA or higher) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline
• Three or more years of experience in product management
• Familiar with Laboratory analysis of petroleum and/or renewable fuels
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Competitive salary, comprehensive medical benefits, including a company-contributed retirement plan

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Applies specialized knowledge of financial instruments to perform all aspects of accounting and reporting for the investment, debt, derivatives, and preferred stock portfolios. Performs general accounting activities for debt, investments, derivatives, and preferred stock financial instruments, as well as financial reporting requirements. Reconciles any differences between the sub-ledger systems to the general ledger system. Prepares and delivers financial instrument information for internal and external audits and SOX testing.

1. Establishes proper accounting and reporting procedures, resolves discrepancies, and manages the preparation of complex analysis and reports for the Market Risk Committee, Asset Liability Committee, and the Board of Directors.

2. Implements appropriate procedures to ensure financial instrument accounting compliance with GAAP. Maintains independence of the controller division in applying accounting theory and GAAP.

3. Reviews investment and debt journal entries produced to the general ledger from the financial instrument accounting system on a daily basis. Reconciles accounting records with transaction activities. Identify any discrepancy and/or mistreatment in the sub-ledger system. Recognizes and accounts for interest accruals, coupon payments, amortization, and bond redemptions in fixed income portfolios. Manages the accounting for debt issuance, interest expense, principal repayments, and debt covenants. Handles the complexities of derivative accounting, including initial recognition, subsequent measurement, and hedge accounting.

4. Performs month-end general accounting including any or all of the following: Obtains market values for all investment portfolio positions from a third-party service provider. Reconciles month-end investments for the financial instrument accounting system and third-party investment custodians. Prepares system-to-system reconciliation between financial instrument accounting systems and general ledger.

5. Participates in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Bachelor's degree may be substituted with four years of related experience (four years is in addition to what is minimally required for the role), or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in banking or the financial services industry. required
• Strong understanding of Accounting lifecycle events for Investment, Debt & Derivative portfolios
• Critical thinking skills and ability to independently research discrepancies
• Experience with banking software, such as Calypso
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Sedentary Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Occasional Travel occurs infrequently (typically, once a month or less).

The typical base pay range for this role is between $85,900 - $98,240. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

The listed salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. This job will be posted for a minimum of five (5) business days or until the position is filled. CoBank reserves the right to adjust compensation for all positions and to modify or discontinue benefits programs at any time in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.

CoBank is a cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. The bank provides loans, leases, export financing, and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water, and communications providers in all 50 states. The bank also provides wholesale loans and other financial services to affiliated Farm Credit associations serving more than 76,000 farmers, ranchers, and other rural borrowers in 23 states around the country. CoBank is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture, rural infrastructure, and rural communities. Headquartered outside Denver, Colorado, CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the U.S. and also maintains an international representative office in Singapore.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Capable to build, integrate, and understand the entire assembly process and requirements for any instrument in the production area.
• Proficient on all test instructions of at least 1 moderately complex instrument including functional and release testing.
• nalyze results and data to determine pass/fail and provide solutions when there is a fail result.
• Provide optimization system performance solutions including precision of movement and/or light systems through use of pass/fail data results.
• Identify defects, recommend design and process improvements as needed.
• Provide Expertise in reading / understanding drawings, work instructions, and overall workmanship standards.
• Provide training to associates as needed including broad variety of mechanical and testing activities.
• Complete any related production activities in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and in accordance with Client's expectations for Safety and Quality.
• Complete any related production activities in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and in accordance with Client's expectations for Safety and Quality.
• Work or interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning and Purchasing as needed.
• Complete work activity in the accordance to Client's defined specifications, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Must be able to perform standard material handling functions for instrument raw materials and sub-assemblies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment through execution of all housekeeping responsibilities including cleaning, sweeping, organizing to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must follow all Client housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Must follow all Client safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements.
• Performs other duties as required.
• degree in mechatronics or relevant field with 0 years' experience or 5 years' experience in electrical, mechanical or software troubleshooting.

• Must demonstrate capability to provide overall support of testing for moderately complex instruments.
• Proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates.
• Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.
• Must demonstrate a strong ability and commitment to Continuous Improvement. Including ability to initiate, implement, and ongoing support all aspects of Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) philosophies through active participation in Blitzes, Shift -start up meetings, Kaizen Action Sheets, Safety, and other CI projects and initiatives.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical tools including torque drivers, gauges, bits, etc.
• Proficient at reading drawings, interpreting and measuring dimensions, requirements, etc.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team setting to reach common goals.
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand and work within specified Quality procedures.
• Must demonstrate the understanding and support of Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) philosophies through active participation in Blitzes, Shift -start up meetings, Kaizen Action Sheets and other CI projects and initiatives.
• Proven ability to complete tasks in support of achieving goals and improved performance
• Must be able to effectively manage frequent assignment changes.
• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Use independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solve in areas on set up, operations, and processes.
• Proven leadership ability and strong communication skills.

Description:
Manger is hiring off resume
No drug screen
Computer skills will be mandatory

Must have competent computer skills for data entry for device testing environment (Mandatory)
Ability to read, write, and comprehend specifications written in English and perform basic math calculations.
Performs a combination of tasks involved in the assembly, testing and packaging of medical devices.
May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
Effective communication skills at a level co-workers and Team Lead/Supervisor can understand.
Works within clearly defined SOPs / SWIs and adheres to quality guidelines.
Ability to get along with people and be able to work in a team environment.
Must be able to work flexible and/or extended hours and report to work on a regular, punctual basis.
Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements.
Willingness to rotate into different tasks and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.

Employee are required to lift or move no more than 10lbs for extended periods of time (2+Hrs) and operate 1.5 lbs/in to 40 lbs/in torque driver.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must follow all Client housekeeping policies and procedures.
Must follow all Client safety policies and procedures.
High school diploma or equivalent.

• Set long-term strategic vision aligning team goals with business objectives.
• Lead and manage engineering team, focusing on culture, hiring, and retention.
• Define performance expectations and ensure effective communication across all team levels.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for operational excellence.
• Champion design innovation and protect intellectual property innovations.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure roadmap acceptance and support for long-term goals.
• Anticipate roadblocks and remove silos for seamless execution of objectives.

• Required Skills and Experience:
• Minimum 10-12 years experience designing commercial medical devices or products
• Minimum 5-8 years experience managing product development projects and leading teams
• Hands-on engineering leader with the proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Demonstrated expertise in all phases of the product development lifecycle
• Organizational skills and ability to work on several fast-paced projects simultaneously
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people and departments
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Proven ability to motivate, guide, and inspire members of core and extended project teams
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Experience in analyzing tradeoffs between product features, customer needs/requirements, producibility, and cost
• Planning, decision-making and negotiation
• Experience navigating medical device risk analysis

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent engineering degree
• Master of Science (MS) or PhD preferred

• Ability to travel up to 10-15%

• Class II medical product experience
• Experience with FDA regulations and medical device design control
• Working knowledge of sterilization processes and designing for sterilization
• Expertise in evaluating and selecting patient-contacting and implantable medical device materials
• Experience with toxicological risks
• Knowledge of Design Control processes for medical devices
• Proven ability to Seek, recognize, and execute creative and simple solutions to resolve complex department challenges
• Advanced laparoscopic instrument design