Strategic Supply Chain Planner — GMP/SAP & NPI

Britannia Pharmaceuticals Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Reading is looking for a Supply Chain Planner who will ensure effective and compliant monitoring of the supply chain. Key responsibilities include managing inventory, optimizing SAP, and producing KPI reports. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and strong planning skills. The role offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and other perks aimed at employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health benefits from BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Free winter flu jab

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the end-to-end supply chain to ensure compliance with GMP.
• Optimize SAP by maintaining planning parameters.
• Negotiate with suppliers on inventory management.
• Produce KPI reports and perform root cause analysis for improvements.
• Document and maintain supply chain processes and SOPs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong planning skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Intermediate Excel

Education

Degree or CIPS/APICS/BPICS qualification

Tools

SAP or similar ERP system

Job description

A pharmaceutical company in Reading is looking for a Supply Chain Planner who will ensure effective and compliant monitoring of the supply chain. Key responsibilities include managing inventory, optimizing SAP, and producing KPI reports. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and strong planning skills. The role offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and other perks aimed at employee wellbeing.