Manager, Drug Product - Supply Chain Production Planning

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Manager, Drug Product - Supply Chain Production Planning

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Drug Product – Supply Chain Production Planning, the Manager will assist in the launch of a sterile drug product manufacturing facility and will continue to support its commercial operations after the initial start-up phase. During the project phase, this role will work closely with the project teams to provide supply chain support. In addition, this role will support the operations readiness and the technical transfer programs for new product introduction.

Post-start up the Manager will be responsible for production planning and material planning processes in support of the Sterile Drug Product Facility at Cruiserath Biologics. The role will maintain adherence to the site production schedule. They will be responsible for ensuring close collaboration and alignment with manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse, MS&T and other teams as required.

Key Responsibilities During Start Up

• Develop and implement supply chain planning processes and procedures that are aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the Supply Chain Planning function to support multi-functional matrix teams to ensure that all supply chain operations are optimized and integrated with other functions such as manufacturing, quality, and finance.
• Support the implementation of SAP master data and production version build for the facility's supply chain operations, manufacturing, inventory management, and logistics.
• Ensure integration with key interfaces such as MES, maintaining accurate real time inventory management.
• Develop the production planning process and procedures and ensure all production related requirements are included.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and other project-related documentation.

Key Responsibilities During Commercial Operations

• Responsible for production planning and inventory analysis to ensure on time production.
• Pro-actively assesses manufacturing changes on a continuous basis and works with the wider team to put strategies in place to mitigate such risks.
• Responsible for coordinating with Manufacturing and WCL to ensure production requirements are aligned and functioning smoothly to ensure materials available on time.
• Responsible for scheduling and releasing process orders in SAP.
• Coordinates with planner/buyers to assure execution of materials requirement process to support agreed production plan.
• Interfaces with all levels of the organization and collaborates with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Validation, MS&T and QA to ensure utilization of data, systems, and interfaces to optimize efficiency.
• Manages Supply Chain related investigations and change controls, working with teams to identify problems, analyze information, and develop and implement solutions.
• Supports New Material Introduction process, including production planning activities and SAP master data/production version builds.
• Leads Supply Chain Projects and provides support to manufacturing/project teams as the Supply Chain Planning representative.
• Collaborates with Finance, manufacturing, WCL and maintenance teams to analyze material variances, adjust accordingly and identify opportunities for improvement through OpEx programs.
• Coordinates with the Site Data Lead for accurate MRP data for material delivery, material forecasting and safety stock levels.
• Collaborates closely with the Inventory planner to set and maintain safety stock and ordering strategies for production materials and consumables.

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities against ambitious timelines. Strong project management ability.
• Works well in a team environment.
• A clear understanding of cGMP requirements for manufacturing and/or systems and compliance.
• High Proficiency of computerized production and inventory control systems (SAP) as well as manufacturing execution. systems (MES), QMS and documentation practices.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate to multiple levels within the company.

Required Qualification(s) and Desired Experience

• B.S in Supply Chain Management, Business or Science related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing or Supply Chain role with experience in Production, Planning, Scheduling, and Inventory Control.
• Experience and knowledge in Biologics Manufacturing is preferred. Detailed knowledge of Sterile Drug Product would be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledgeable on current data management techniques.
• Experience in scheduling and scenario tools (for example RTMS, Rapid Response).
• Relevant industry certifications are desirable (APICS – CSCP/CPIM).

Why you should apply

• You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
• You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including an annual bonus, pension contribution, family medical allowance, 27 days of annual leave, life assurance and on-site gym