Director Operations Planning

Job Overview

Join Taconic Biosciences to drive innovation in Operations Planning and accelerate discoveries that improve lives. If you excel in strategic planning, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, we want you to be part of our mission-driven team.

The
Location: Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Director of Operations Planning to join our dedicated Operations team in this remote position. This position works primarily remote (90%) with ad hoc needs to visit our US sites. Qualified candidates will be based in the continental U.S. and be comfortable working Eastern standard hours. Preference given to candidates within a 2-hour drive to Albany, NY.

The Pay Range: $150,000 – $160,000. Exact annual base salary may vary based on several factors. These factors include geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions and could exceed the advertised salary range, however, please note that the upper end of the range is not guaranteed to be offered.

What we offer:

* Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
* 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
* Annual Bonus Program
* Work life balance
* 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
* Tuition reimbursement
* Career advancement opportunities
* Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
* All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance

If you are looking for a rewarding career and the opportunity to grow, apply today!

The Role:

The Director of Operations Planning will work to strengthen Operations foresight by developing detailed plans that optimize alignment among different areas in Operations, as well as between Operations and other business areas, to maximize execution and achieve expectations of our internal and external customers. The role aims to develop aligned actionable plans that lead to continuous improvement in People, Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Animal welfare.

Core
Responsibilities:

* Develop, implement and manage the SIOP process across the business.
* Ensure optimal communication among Commercial and Operations regarding demand and production commitments.
* Develop and maintain updated operational capacity numbers.
* Develop and manage the capital expenditure (CAPEX) plan and budget across departments.
* Coordinate efforts to develop Operation’s yearly budgets (AOP) and forecast updates.
* Work closely with Commercial Demand stakeholders (sales, marketing, R&D), Procurement, Animal Production and Logistics to align Operation’s resources to optimize the 5Ms: Manpower, Machines, Materials, Minutes (time and schedules), Methods.
* Identify and highlight to Operations Leadership Team any short, mid and long-term resource needs (capacity) based on commercial demand plans and changes.
* Develop and track metrics related to adherence to plans and execution, to improve process accuracy.
* Lead, manage and develop all members of the Operations Planning Team.

Education and Experience:

Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or similar field required.
* 10+ years in any area of Industrial Operations / Manufacturing required
* 5+ years leading teams & experience in Change Management required
* 3+ years in S&OP process required
* 3+ years managing Operations / Manufacturing Costs required
* 3+ Years Project management experience required
* Structured and well organized thinking
* Analytical mindset
* Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization

Preferences:

* Master’s degree (M. A.) in industrial engineering or a similar field is desirable.
* APICS certification
* 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain / Logistics highly desirable

Travel: Regular travel is required, generally multiple trips each month.

Allergen Disclosure:

Due to the nature of the work performed at Taconic, employees may be exposed to allergens in the workplace, even if their positions do not involve the direct handling of animals or animal bedding. While individuals with preexisting allergies and/or asthma may be particularly sensitive to these exposures, anyone can experience a reaction.

About Us:

With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease.

Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!

Better Together at Taconic

Inclusion, Diversity, Awareness & Action. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in creating a company culture that encourages and appreciates the uniqueness in all people. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to ensuring that Taconic is a safe and fair workplace for everyone because it’s our differences that make us stronger. We are better together.

Taconic Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.