Business Operations Planner
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Pittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Support day-to-day forecasting and planning activities across the business
- Assist in preparing forecast models and planning scenarios
- Maintain planning assumptions and update forecasts as conditions change
- Track key planning KPIs including bookings, shipments, production, inventory, and delivery performance
- Assist in developing operating plans that balance inventory availability, facility capacity, and delivery timelines
- Work across product, finance, operations, and procurement teams to support planning efforts
- Assist with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) projects and planning reviews
- Communicate planning updates and insights to internal stakeholders
- Support strategic planning initiatives through data analysis and reporting
- Assist with day-to-day supply chain and procurement coordination
- Help support planning across multiple supply chains that support our franchise system
- Ensure files, orders, and databases remain accurate and up to date
- Help maintain operational processes and documentation
- Maintain and improve reporting tools that support planning and operational decision-making
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows through automation and improved data processes
- Explore opportunities to incorporate AI and digital tools into forecasting and analysis
- Develop proficiency with internal planning and reporting systems
- Support operational initiatives and cross-departmental projects as needed
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, finance, business planning, or a related field
- Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Interest in using AI or digital tools to improve forecasting and analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work across multiple teams and priorities
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related discipline
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
forecast modelsplanning scenariosdata analysisreporting toolssupply chain coordinationoperational processesautomationAI toolsMicrosoft ExcelKPI tracking
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsattention to detailorganizational skillscollaborationadaptabilitytime managementstrategic thinkingworkflow optimization