Team Leader – Planning

Title:  Team Leader – Planning

Job Summary:

The Planning Team Leader will be responsible for managing the supply planning of market sales orders, production planning, and scheduling to ensure full utilization of plants. This role involves managing capacity planning and order fulfilment in collaboration with the commercial team and sales operations, following a make-to-order strategy. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the pharmaceuticals industry, production planning, and scheduling, as well as proficiency in SAP. A background in industrial engineering, pharmacy, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. APICS certification is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

· Supply Planning: Manage the supply planning of market sales orders to ensure timely and accurate fulfilment.

· Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and oversee production plans and schedules that ensure full utilization of plant capacity.

· Capacity Planning: Manage capacity planning to align production capabilities with market demand.

· Order Fulfilment: Collaborate with the commercial team and sales operations to ensure orders are fulfilled according to the make-to-order strategy and service level.

· Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize excess inventory.

· Supply Constraint Evaluation: Evaluate supply constraints, risks, and scenarios to optimize supply chain performance.

· S&OP Cycle Management: Manage the monthly supply review meeting with related stakeholders as part of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) cycle.

· Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of operations.

· Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the planning team to achieve departmental goals and objectives.

· Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in planning and scheduling.

· Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on planning activities, performance metrics, and key issues to the Supply Planning Manager.

Qualifications:

· Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning and scheduling within the pharmaceuticals industry.

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field.

· Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP.

· Certifications: APICS certification is a plus.

· Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Attributes:

· Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.

· Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in planning and scheduling activities.

· Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and production requirements.