Sr Executive - PPIC (OSD Formulations)

Rubicon Research; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon Research in Mumbai is seeking a dedicated PPIC Planner to plan, execute, and monitor weekly production sequencing, material availability, and inventory control for a multi-product pharmaceutical facility.

You will optimize WIP and RM/PM levels, drive OTIF delivery metrics, and collaborate with Procurement, Warehouse, Production, QC, and Corporate Planning to resolve supply chain issues and expedite material releases. Proficiency with SAP PP/MM and advanced Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in PPIC within regulated pharma manufacturing.
• SAP PP/MM experience for production orders and MRP.
• Batch sequencing and multi-product scheduling expertise.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with QC, Warehouse, Production, and Corporate.
• Willingness to work extended hours during launches or month-end dispatches.

Responsibilities

• Run weekly sequencing plans across manufacturing, packaging, and dispatch.
• Review daily performance and resolve shop-floor bottlenecks to protect schedules.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, Production, and QC to release RM/PM timely.
• Monitor OTIF, delivery metrics, and implement process improvements.
• Manage WIP, RM, PM inventories and plan material call-ups.
• Ensure SAP/ERP production orders are created and maintained in real time.
• Schedule around multi-product constraints and changeover procedures.

Skills

ERP & SAP proficiency

Multi-product scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Operational agility

Education

B.Pharm or related bachelor’s

Tools

SAP PP/MM modules

MS Excel

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Purpose

To plan, execute, and monitor weekly production sequencing, material availability, and inventory control for a multi-product pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role ensures uninterrupted shop-floor operations, optimizes Work-in-Process (WIP) and raw/packing material levels, and drives On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery metrics through seamless cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Production Sequencing & Execution: Run weekly sequencing plans to establish executable schedules across manufacturing, packaging, and dispatch teams.
• Performance & Schedule Control: Conduct daily performance reviews with production teams to track schedule adherence, resolve shop-floor bottlenecks, and elevate critical delays promptly.
• Cross-Functional Material Alignment: Collaborate closely with Procurement, Warehouse, Production, and Quality Control (QC) to prioritize material testing and expedite Raw Material (RM) and Packing Material (PM) releases.
• New Product & Launch Tracking: Monitor action plans and strict timelines for new product launches and regulatory registration batches.
• Inventory & Call-Up Management: Manage WIP, RM, and PM inventories while executing timely material call-ups for plant-controlled items (such as excipients and shippers) to prevent line stoppages.
• Supply Chain Issue Resolution: Coordinate directly with Corporate Planning and Procurement teams to resolve material shortages, vendor delays, and supply chain disruptions.
• Non-Moving Inventory Reduction: Maintain low levels of non-moving stock by proactively identifying slow-moving materials and coordinating their timely liquidation.
• ERP & SAP Governance: Ensure accurate creation, availability, and real-time maintenance of production orders within the SAP / ERP system.
• Delivery Metrics & OTIF Analysis: Track daily, weekly, and monthly delivery metrics, analyze plant OTIF performance, and recommend process improvements to elevate service levels.
• Facility & Changeover Optimization: Plan schedules around multi-product facility constraints, accounting for equipment capacities, cleaning practices, and line changeover procedures.

Required Skills

• ERP & SAP Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience managing production orders, MRP runs, and inventory tracking within SAP or equivalent ERP platforms.
• Multi-Product Scheduling: Deep understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, batch sequencing, cleaning protocols, and changeover timelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to align priorities across QC, Warehouse, Production, and Corporate teams.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Detail-oriented mindset with strong time management skills to handle shifting demand fluctuations without compromising operational efficiency.
• Operational Agility: High adaptability to manage multiple competing priorities and willingness to work extended hours during critical launches or month-end dispatches.

Preferred Candidate Details

• Education: Full-time B.Pharm degree or a relevant bachelor's degree backed by strong pharmaceutical supply chain credentials.
• Experience Range: 5+ years of dedicated experience in PPIC strictly within a regulated pharmaceutical formulation manufacturing plant.
• System Mastery: Direct working exposure to SAP PP/MM modules and advanced MS Excel for capacity planning and OTIF reporting.
• Domain Exposure: Practical familiarity with Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) or multi-product formulation environments where equipment cleaning and changeover times dictate scheduling.
• Work Ethic: A proactive, self-driven planner capable of owning daily production targets and driving inventory optimization with minimal supervision.