Quality Supply Planner
Catalyx is seeking a Quality Supply Planner to join our team and work on our customer site in Cork.
* The Quality Supply Planner reports to the Quality Department and has end-to-end oversight of the production, testing and release plans for the site.
* This planner will work closely with the relevant co-ordinators to schedule work in line with business requirements and to adjust the site production plan accordingly on the SAP system.
This is a site strategic role in ensuring timely Product Release and on-time delivery of material to the customer.
About Us
We specialize in the science of operational processes. We have a footprint across North America and Europe, carefully automating and servicing R&D, production, packaging, and delivery processes globally, with a sophisticated blend of products, technologies, and lifecycle services.
Responsibilities and Tasks
1. Attend daily Value Stream Boards and weekly planning meetings to ensure effective coordination and communication.
2. Coordinate inspection lot end dates and lead times on SAP with various business units in the supply chain.
3. Work closely with Production and Supply Chain functions to respond quickly to unforeseen changes or requests.
4. Liaise with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain departments to adjust inspection lot ends dates accurately and appropriately when lots are received on site, and when issues arise during production, testing, or release.
5. Monitor issues and delays against lots throughout the supply chain, perform impact assessments against the site Plan, and adjust accordingly.
6. Communicate planning changes and impact between Supply Chain and Operations functions, tracking progress of lots, managing KPI reporting, and analysis.
Skills and Qualifications
* Supply Chain experience and familiarity with scheduling.
* Organisation skills/Project Management.
* SAP experience desirable.
* Proven excellent communication skills/communicates effectively.
* Negotiation skills.
* Proven meeting facilitation skills in a cross-functional environment/working group or workshop-based environment.
* Result-driven, target-oriented; demonstrates optimism and 'Can Do' attitude.
* Excellent understanding of business processes and quality principles and practices, across internal and external environments.
* Understanding of technical requirements of cross-functional units.
* Project Management Skills/Lean six sigma methodology-Would be a plus.
* Professionalism and maturity required to effectively interact with senior management.
* Degree level-primary degree in business, science, or engineering discipline.
* 4 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry & a GMP environment.
Why Join Us?
We understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team benefits from a Total Rewards package, including great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities. Catalyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone.