Ottobock · 3 weeks ago
Market Fulfillment & Logistics Specialist
Louisville, KY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expOttobock is a healthcare company dedicated to helping people with mobility challenges through innovative prosthetic and orthotic devices. They are seeking a Market Fulfillment & Logistics Specialist to coordinate demand planning and partner consignment programs, ensuring optimal product availability and customer satisfaction.
ManufacturingMedical Device
Responsibilities
Collaborating with partners in Product Marketing and Global Inventory Management to monitor forecasts and inventory strategies aimed at reducing stock outs and optimizing inventory levels
Review and interpret sales performance, stock levels, and other key data points to uncover patterns, assess risks, and identify opportunities for improved demand planning
Evaluate historical sales trends and seasonality to build a reliable foundation for future forecasting and inventory planning
Track promotions, production delays, market shifts, and other variables that could impact demand, proactively adjusting forecasts as needed
Collect and synthesize updates from distributors, sales teams, and other partners to ensure forecasts reflect the most current and relevant information
Coordinate the logistics component of partner consignment programs which includes monthly monitoring, quarterly onsite cycle counts and reporting of program metrics for quarterly business reviews
Collaborate with logistics, customer service, and global inventory teams to track inbound shipments and prioritize the timely unloading and distribution of high-demand products
Provide proactive, timely internal communication on backorders, production challenges, and supply constraints to ensure alignment and minimize disruption
Monitor slow and non-moving inventory and collaborate with Product Marketing to identify promotional opportunities
Provide input to global supply planning teams to optimize inventory strategies for existing products, new product introductions, and product phase-outs, balancing cost efficiency with service levels
Refine forecasting methodologies, processes, and tools to improve accuracy, better anticipate customer needs, and strengthen overall supply chain performance
Monitor and maintain product schedule lines in SAP to ensure reliable backorder dates for Customer Service
Own local material master data ensuring product status is updated to reflect the product lifecycle (i.e., product introductions, product discontinuations, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a market-planning and logistics fulfillment role
Must be willing to travel 20%
Demonstrated expertise in demand forecasting, with the ability to model and analyze data to create accurate short- and long-term demand plans
Proven ability to support product launches and phase outs from a supply chain perspective, ensuring accurate forecasting, inventory alignment, and on-time market availability
Proficiency in SAP or other ERP systems, with experience leveraging system functionality for demand planning and reporting
Solid understanding of supply chain management principles, including demand planning, supply planning, and logistics coordination
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with strong database management skills
Excellent organizational skills and extreme attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in forecasting and planning activities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Effective collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships across supply chain, sales, marketing, and finance
Analytical and problem-solving mindset, able to question assumptions, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions
Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Preferred
Education - Post-secondary education in Logistics, Business Administration or a related field preferred
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Health savings accounts with employer contribution
Flexible spending account options
Company-paid life insurance policy
Paid time off
Company holidays
Floating holidays
100% company-paid short & long-term disability
401k match up to 3.5%
Company
Ottobock
Ottobock is a prosthetics company that manufactures and provides prosthetic products and other technology solutions.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Wilson Constantine
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Bailey
EVP & CFO Ottobock North America
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