Sr Planner

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Cartago, Cartago, CRI
In-Office
Senior level
Healthtech
The Role
Develops and manages production plans to meet customer requirements while balancing capacity, labor, equipment, efficiency, and inventory. Coordinates production priorities with operations, purchasing, and other functions; monitors schedules and distribution; participates in material review; performs monthly capacity analyses; and prepares weekly and monthly performance reports. Incorporates overtime, training, and meeting requirements into production schedules.
Summary Generated by Built In

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes WFH and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview.

About the role:

Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.

The Planner is responsible for developing and managing production plans to meet customer requirements while balancing site efficiency, production capacity, and inventory levels. This role ensures effective planning and coordination of resources to support business continuity and operational objectives.

Work model, sponsorship, relocation:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position currently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop production plans to effectively meet product requirements while balancing customer needs, site efficiency and inventory levels.

• Establish realistic, achievable and effective production plans.

• Optimize the use of labor and equipment to support operational efficiency.

• Communicate production requirements and priorities with operational areas, including Production and Purchasing, and other functions across the organization as appropriate.

• Monitor production plans and define appropriate quantities, schedules and distribution to maximize operational efficiency.

• Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB), as required.

• Perform capacity requirements analyses at least monthly.

• Prepare weekly and monthly reports to monitor and track production plan performance.

• Incorporate special scheduling requirements, including overtime, training and meetings, into production plans.

What We’re Looking For:

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position.

• English proficiency at the B2+ level (80%-89%).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with SAP.

• APICS certification.

• Knowledge of inventory management.

Requisition ID: 635071

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth

At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.

#CRTA #CTGTA #SRCR 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar position
  • English proficiency at the B2+ level
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience with SAP
  • APICS certification
  • Knowledge of inventory management

Boston Scientific Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Boston Scientific and has not been reviewed or approved by Boston Scientific.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance alongside mental health resources. Family planning support and broader care navigation offerings further strengthen the health-related value of the package.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits stand out through a 401(k) match described as best-in-class and supported by profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. High participation in retirement programs is also highlighted as part of the overall financial benefits footprint.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as generous, with reports of 20+ vacation days and up to four weeks in some roles, plus paid holidays and sick leave. Longer-term options such as extended unpaid family leave and a personal enrichment sabbatical expand flexibility beyond standard PTO.

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The Company
HQ: Marlborough, MA
52,374 Employees
Year Founded: 1979

What We Do

Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of health care. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. For more information, visit www.bostonscientific.com and connect with us on X, Instagram, and Facebook. At Boston Scientific, you will find purpose, a place to grow and opportunities to cultivate your passions. To search and apply for open positions, visit https://bostonscientific.eightfold.ai/careers. You may also review our social media guidelines at http://www.bostonscientific.com/social.

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