Pharma Supply Planner (OSD) – Demand & MRP Optimisation

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking an experienced Supply Planner for a 24/7 MHRA/FDA regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the UK. The role involves developing production schedules, managing MPS and MRP, and ensuring material availability to sustain uninterrupted supply.

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Logistics to optimise campaigns, manage inventory, and drive OTIF performance while adhering to GMP/GDP standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in supply planning within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing.
• Experience in MHRA/FDA‑regulated GMP facility.
• Proven knowledge of MPS, MRP, capacity planning and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing short‑ and long‑term Master Production Schedules (MPS) aligned with demand.
• Plan and optimise production campaigns to maximise capacity and minimise changeovers.
• Execute MRP activities to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and resolve shortages.
• Coordinate production plans with Manufacturing, Engineering, QA, QC, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs and Warehouse teams.
• Incorporate maintenance schedules, QA release timelines and batch documentation into plans.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics with 3PLs and packaging partners.
• Support S&OP and Supply Review meetings and monitor OTIF and inventory KPIs.
• Ensure all planning activities comply with GMP, GDP and regulations.

Skills

MPS

MRP

SAP

Capacity planning

Inventory management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking an experienced Supply Planner for a 24/7 MHRA/FDA regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the UK. The role involves developing production schedules, managing MPS and MRP, and ensuring material availability to sustain uninterrupted supply.

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Logistics to optimise campaigns, manage inventory, and drive OTIF performance while adhering to GMP/GDP standards and regulatory requirements.