Material Planner

About this opportunity :

The Material Planner is a key role in coordinating material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials to meet production requirements. This role is essential in ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time and in the correct quantities to meet production demands. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and maintain the resource material planning through the life cycle of the project (Ordering, tracking delivery, tracking quality control analysis, providing insight to stakeholders on need by date, and ensuring delivery for use on time and in full to Manufacturing.
• Monitors the levels of materials to ensure optimal stock is maintained.
• Manage inventory and reduce overstock.
• Proper utilization of ERP system (SAP S4/Hana) for inventory management to accurately track material flow.
• Coordinating with other departments to forecast future material needs based on production schedules and orders.
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies between inventory records and stock levels.
• Preparing detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.
• Escalate raw material order or delivery concerns that may hinder initiation of a project.
• Inform stakeholder, of any issues that impact the mater schedule related to material delivery.
• Execute other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• The minimum education required for holding the position is a BS Degree, specific APICS courses on Supply Chain Management and/or master Production Scheduling. The position requires 5+ years of experience in a planning/manufacturing/supply chain environment.
• Experience in a Scheduler role, preferably within a GMP (Good Manufacturing Principles) environment.
• Analytical skills with the ability to measure and report metrics (KPI's) and help to identify issues through peers and manager through root cause analysis
• Experience with production scheduling systems and ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Competent using MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with SAP, LIMS, MES (Syncade) other MRP systems.
• Strong technical writing written.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Knowledge of industry standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under established guidelines and instructions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.
• Working knowledge of relevant and current FDA, EU, ICH guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to efficiently prioritize and complete multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.