Materials Coordinator

TipTopJob; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Hatfield is looking for a Materials Coordinator to manage materials within production according to the schedule. You will ensure operations align with corporate standards while maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Discretionary bonus

Free onsite parking

Learning and development opportunities

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Practical experience in manufacturing and packaging environments desirable.
• Experience with warehousing environments is a plus.
• A growth mindset with a positive attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage movement of materials in production per schedule.
• Ensure operations follow Eisai Corporate Standards and GMP guidelines.
• Identify and progress opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

SAP

VNA License

Job description

Materials Coordinator – Permanent

Eisai is a leading research‑based pharmaceutical organization with an extensive portfolio across oncology, neurology and pain therapy areas. Eisai Manufacturing is the hub of Eisai’s production and supply chain. We make tablets, package these into blisters, label and package vials and bottles. We also manage the wider medicines supply chain and other companies who undertake work on our behalf.

Your new role

This role has the responsibility to manage the movement of materials within Production in line with the production schedule, at the EML Production facility in Hatfield. To ensure that operations conducted are performed in accordance with the requirements of Eisai Corporate Standards, Eisai Quality System, GMP and GDP Guidelines and Industry Standards.

Duties

• A safe working environment is maintained for self and other Eisai employees, ensuring all near miss incidents and accidents are reported in accordance with procedures.
• The quality of products produced and released is assured through adherence to all procedures.
• Opportunities to improve operations and reduce cost are identified and progressed through the continuous improvement and demand innovation initiatives.
• Eisai’s philosophy of hhc is at the forefront of daily activities.
• All stakeholder and customer expectations are understood and met through communication.
• Performance is in line with personal and Eisai objectives with demonstrated behaviors and competencies.

What are we looking for?

• Practical experience working within manufacturing and packaging environments – Desirable
• Practical experience working within warehouse environments – Desirable
• Experience with SAP – Desirable
• VNA License – Optional
• A growth mindset
• A positive attitude and willingness to focus energy on teamwork, extreme ownership, discretionary effort, positive energy and resilience.
• Developed problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Developed attention to detail and an aptitude for neat/clear documentation.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise.

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes:

• Hybrid working (Depending on role)
• Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Well‑being and mental health awareness programmes
• Multi‑faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, collaborative working environment.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Eisai, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

careers.eisai.net/job/Materials:Coordinator:Permanent/1267835301/