Manager, Global Supply Planning

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cell and gene therapy is seeking a Manager for Global Supply Planning. This role involves overseeing supply planning activities, managing cross-functional processes, and ensuring efficient operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management, particularly in the biotechnology sector, and a proven track record of implementing improvements and managing external manufacturing relationships.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of end-to-end supply chain experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Supply Planning process for assigned programs.
• Conduct supply planning for Orchard’s supply network.
• Support to monitor and improve Key Performance Indicators.

Skills

Action-oriented

Strong influencing skills

Team-player

Continuous improvement mindset

Resilient

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Relevant qualifications in Supply Chain Operations

Tools

ERP systems

SaaS technology

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Reporting to: Associate Director, Global Supply Planning

Job Summary

The Manager, Global Supply Planning is responsible for supporting and managing the end-to-end (E2E) supply planning activities for Orchard`s cell and gene therapy supply chain. This includes supporting manufacturing planning at Orchard’s Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations (CDMO’s). The job holder is part of the Global Supply Planning team and will be expected to provide best supply planning and supply management practices supporting the overall Global Manufacturing Technology and Supply objectives.

Key Elements and Responsibilities

Supply Planning

• Manage the Supply Planning process within Tech Ops for assigned programs and channel to operations addressing demand from Clinical, Medical and Commercial.
• Manage a cross functional Demand Planning Process for Drug Products
• Conduct supply planning for Orchard’s supply network and time horizons

Manufacturing Planning and Execution

• Manage to ensure sufficient supplies for material and capacity for Drug Product (DP) manufacturing
• Manage CDMO GMP Supply Ordering and Delivery for DP
• Manage the administration of all CDMO manufacturing financial transactions

KPIs and Process Improvements

• Support to monitor and improve Key Performance Indicators to achieve continuous improvement and ensure a collaborative planning environment.
• Identify and implement key supply chain related initiatives with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve supply chain efficiency

Requirements

Required Knowledge

· At least 7 years of end-to-end supply chain experience with a minimum of 3 years of relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry as a manager of supply chain planning operations and external manufacturing in a global matrix.

· Relevant supply chain experience in cell & gene therapy and autologous ex-vivo gene therapy is ideal.

· Track record of successfully managing external or internal manufacturing.

· Proven experience in Demand/Supply Planning and Sales & Operations

· Experienced in implementing initiatives which deliver change, continuous improvement and Operational Excellence to the business.

· Experienced in using supply chain systems across multiple areas of supply chain such as traditional ERP and SaaS technology.

· Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA etc) , GMP manufacturing and GMP storage requirements.

· Proven collaborative planning and relationship management experience in the biologics contract manufacturing or similar industry.

Skills & Abilities

· Action-oriented and resourceful

· Strong influencing skills, able to navigate a complex landscape of stakeholders at all levels.

· Builds trusted partnerships and works collaboratively to meet shared objectives

· Team-player with a continuous improvement mindset

· Resilient, works well under pressure and is able to prioritise and make robust decisions.

· Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals

· Proven track record of achieving results

Education

· Minimum of bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Life Sciences, Business Management or Manufacturing with relevant qualifications and experience in Supply Chain Operations and/or Manufacturing.