Job Descriptions

In this role, you will be reporting to the Planning Team Lead.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To manage the assigned Production area and effectively plan the corresponding product
  portfolio.
• To assess incoming customer orders in terms of plant capability and material availability and
  confirm expected delivery dates.
• To generate stable weekly production schedules in co-operation with relevant departments
  and to monitor adherence and take actions when bottlenecks and issues are identified.
• Drive to achieve zero back orders and an increasing trend in the On Time In Full shipping
  performance.
• To maintain the MRP data on the system for assigned products and areas.
• To liaise with Purchasing and Artwork to manage BOM changes in-line with customer
  requirements and open orders to ensure that stock write offs are minimized.
• Liaise with internal customer representatives with regard to delivery dates, order status,
  etc. for the areas assigned.
• Prepare supply chain metrics on a weekly basis and report potential bottlenecks and issues.
• Reporting to senior management on a weekly and ad hoc basis on Planning KPIs, e.g. total
  backorders, performance against shipping plan.
• Chair routine and ad hoc planning and scheduling meetings as required, communicating
  changes and additions to production schedules.
• Manage inventory at Intermediate and Finished Goods levels in line with stock holding
  policies for assigned areas and manage schedules so as short shelf life materials are
  consumed before expiring.
• Liaise with Customer Service, Production, Launch, Artwork and R&D to implement
  improvements and drive new product initiatives.

COMPETENCIES:

• Organisational skills, personal efficiency, time management skills and the ability to prioritize
  competing demands are key skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others is vital.
• Demonstrated ability in prioritizing key initiatives, driving growth and setting targets and
  KPIs to monitor the performance.
• Positive and proactive person who is energized by having great responsibility.
• Practical, action-orientated approach to managing priorities.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office.
• Good communication and inter-personal & collaboration skills.
• Flexible and able to adapt to new responsibilities and challenges. Must be a self-starter and able to work on own initiative.
   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3rd level Qualification
• 2 years + experience in a planning or scheduling role within a manufacturing, regulated
  industry, ideally pharmaceuticals
• Qualification in or studying for APICS
• Engineering/Business degree or equivalent Industry experience
• Multinational experience (preferable but not essential)
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Experience working within a pharmaceutical cGLP Environment; with knowledge of EU GMP
  and US FDA Guidelines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Health & Safety requirements (e.g., Manual Handling Training)

• Manual Handling
• VDU
   

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (e.g., Office, Production)

• Office 
   

HOURS OF WORK: 

• 08:30 – 17:00 (Monday – Thursday)
• 08:30 – 16:00 (Friday)

Skills

• Organisational Skills
• Proficient in MS Office
• Time Management Skills

Experience

• 2+ years