Global Supply Planning Manager (12-Month Contract)
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Global Supply Planning Manager (12-Month Contract)
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Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare?
Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people?
Grifols is a global healthcare company that has been working to improve health and well-being since ****.
We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing and marketing innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
At Grifols, we believe that diversity adds value to our business, teams and culture.
We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to the Global Supply Planning Manager, the Global Supply Planning Manager will ensure an optimal supply plan and on-time availability of products to support sales while meeting operational targets.
The position ensures effective planning, compliance with company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP, GAAP).
Other key responsibilities include analysing data and making recommendations to manage gaps, opportunities, process improvement and supporting budgeting activities.
The position will primarily be based in Grifols Worldwide Operations, Dublin, Ireland, with travel expected in line with business needs to other Grifols locations.
What You Will Be Doing
Focus on strategic planning and execution of the best supply plan for the business, taking into consideration commercial and industrial feedback.
Make or recommend appropriate decisions consistent with strategic direction.
Organise key activities and support the Global Supply Planning Director in key activities and processes as required.
Act as a member of all cross-functional project teams, providing guidance, insight, and recommendations relative to the goals and objectives of the function.
Serve as the main point of contact for cross-functional integration and consult on enhancements or future integrations.
Act as an escalation point for non-routine issues/decisions.
Direct the development of strategic programmes/initiatives and evaluate performance against metrics.
Serve 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 Grifols multiple biopharma locations.
Work closely with factory leads to develop, prioritise and manage monthly supply plan key issues or topics, leading 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 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.
What We Are Looking For
An in depth understanding of the fundamentals of planning and inventory control; Lean, Six Sigma, exposure to theory of constraints preferred.
Strong technical skills in ERP navigation and reports; specific experience with SAP is preferred.
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.
Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
Proactive, results-oriented, and strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
Computer literacy; 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 preferred.
Master's degree in the same fields or closely related discipline preferred.
Minimum of four years' supply planning, forecasting or related experience in supply chain methodologies, 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.
Education allowance.
Wellness activities – social activities such as Padel, summer events.
We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities.
We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you.
Location
EMEA : Ireland : Dublin : Grange Castle (Dublin).
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level.
Employment type
Contract.
Job function
Management and Manufacturing; Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Medical Equipment Manufacturing.
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