Supply Chain Planner

Summary: The primary function of the incumbent is to ensure that direct materials are planned and procured to meet the production schedule, while optimizing the inventory levels on site. This position support both production and technology transfer. Job incumbent will work closely with a cross-functional team to that to ensure material readiness from both systems (Supply Chain) and delivery perspective. Responsibilities: Own and maintain material planning and supplier master data in the ERP system. (Item Master, Vendor Master, Planning Records, Bill of Materials, MRP, Purchase Orders, etc.) Reviews and analyzes the Material Requirements Plan (MRP) and releases purchase order requisitions or adjusts purchase order deliveries as needed to meet the production schedule. Analyzes raw material lead times, safety stock levels, and inventory turns to maintain inventories at levels consistent with company objectives to support production requirements while optimizing inventory levels. Ensure compliance of all Supply Chain and Purchasing operations with all relevant cGMP, regulatory requirement and corporate policies, procedures and guidelines. Provides raw material forecast data and support profit plan setting. Lead and drive supply chain initiatives and projects at site level via the change management process as required Identify, develop, and implement improved supply chain practices to meet changing business environments. Work with process COEs and IT on systems and business process improvement. Develop and maintain relevant site level SOPs. Analyze supplier performance and supply chain risk to develop risk mitigation plan. Support Internal and External Audits as required. About You: Minimum 3 years of experience in production planning and scheduling, and supply chain management in pharmaceutical industry. Experience in SAP or other MRP systems. Good communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across departments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to multi-task and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Contract Duration: 12 months. Option to extend/convert subject to performance review.