Global Supply Planning Manager Job
This role is focused on strategic planning and execution, taking into consideration commercial and industrial feedback.
Key Responsibilities:
* Focuses on strategic planning and execution best supply plan for the business.
* Makes or recommends appropriate decisions consistent with strategic direction.
* Organization of key activities and support Global Supply Planning Director in key activities and process as required.
* Responsible to act as a member of all cross-functional project teams providing guidance, insight, and recommendations relative to the goals and objectives of the function.
* Serves as the main point of contact for cross-functional integration and consults on enhancements or future integrations.
* Acts as an escalation point for non-routine issues/decisions.
* Directs the development of strategic programs/initiatives and evaluates performance against metrics.
* Serves as a team representative in strategic planning and operating discussions with senior leadership.
* Develop, execute, maintain and report on detailed supply and demand inventory balance, and/or supply plan achievements against budget and/or approved revised plans for all products, manufactured or processed through multiple locations.
* Work closely with factory leads to develop, prioritize and manage monthly supply plan key issues or topics. Lead projects supply and consolidated protein level information. Work closely with Global Demand and Industrial leads to ensure alignment between Supply and Demand.
* Provide timely and accurate Supply scenario analyses and inventory reports to management as required.
* Participate and lead from global supply planning area on implementation of a singular Grifols global integrated business planning process to deliver seamless supply chain management solutions to the organization in terms of cost, time and service.
* Develop and report on KPIs including material and product aging, at risk batches, batch release cycle time; identify and rectify issues, and/or recommend solutions for improvement.
* Maintain a quality presence to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
Requirements:
* An in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of planning and inventory control. Lean, Six Sigma, exposure to theory of constraints preferred.
* Demonstrated strong technical skills in ERP navigation and reports. Specific experience with SAP is preferred.
* Demonstrated project management skills.
* Working knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines.
* Self-starter with strong work ethic, common sense, and ability to work effectively with multiple and changing priorities.
* Demonstrated strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
* Must be proactive, results-oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
* Computer literacy with MS Office with advanced proficiency in Excel required.
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Science, or closely related discipline is required. CPIM certification is preferred. Master's degree in the same fields or closely related discipline is preferred.
* Minimum of 4 years of Supply planning, forecasting, or related experience in supply chain methodologies is required, preferably in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA/EU regulated environment.
Benefits:
* Highly competitive salary
* Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are (1.5%/3%/5%/7%) and company will match
* Private Medical Insurance for the employee
* Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
* Succession planning and internal promotions
* Wellness activities- Social activities eg.Padel, Summer Events