Senior SC Planner

Proclinical Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Supply Planner to ensure the continuous availability of pharmaceutical products. You will coordinate replenishment activities, manage supplier relationships, and maintain accurate records in SAP. Ideal candidates have experience in the pharma or FMCG industry, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in GDP and GMP standards. Apply now for this opportunity in Greater London.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharma or FMCG, with a focus on inventory management.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate replenishment of goods to distribution centers.
• Monitor stock levels to minimize expiration write-offs.
• Manage supplier relationships with Contract Manufacturing Organizations.

Skills

Forecasting

Planning

Inventory management

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Agile thinking

Collaboration

Tools

SAP ByDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to lead projects that bring life-changing treatments to the world? Join our client at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation and make a difference!

Proclinical is seeking a Senior Supply Planner to join a dynamic and patient-focused team within the supply chain department. In this role, you will ensure the continuous availability of pharmaceutical products, preventing stock-out situations and supporting patient needs. You will act as a key liaison between commercial, regulatory, manufacturing, and other stakeholders. If you are passionate about supply chain excellence and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate the replenishment of finished goods to distribution centers and third-party partners.
• Monitor stock levels to minimize write-offs due to expiration and initiate redistribution activities when necessary.
• Manage supplier relationships with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) to maintain strong partnerships.
• Organize and oversee shipments, including customs documentation and quality release processes.
• Conduct multi-site, multi-market, and multi-level planning to align supply with market demand.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to define annual quantities and deliver rolling forecasts to suppliers.
• Ensure timely and secure movement of products throughout the supply chain.
• Crosscheck quality documents for goods receipt and maintain accurate records in SAP, including batch numbers and expiry dates.
• Execute supply chain activities in compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP) and maintain accuracy in SAP systems.
• Raise and manage change controls and deviations while adhering to GDP procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and deploy performance scorecards for CMOs.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or FMCG industry, with a focus on forecasting, planning, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Proficiency in GDP and GMP standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Agile thinker with a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong collaboration skills and a results-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in SAP ByDesign and Microsoft Office tools is advantageous.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Ed Little at [e-mail].

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