Operational Scheduler

Novartis; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 46,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

14 weeks parental leave

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Job summary

Novartis in Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands, is seeking an Operational Scheduler to create and maintain production schedules that balance materials, capacity and priorities. You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality and technical teams to ensure smooth, compliant operations in a fast-paced environment.

Relocation support is not offered; please only apply if accessible. The role emphasizes data analysis with Excel, Power BI and SAP to develop planning scenarios and improve scheduling processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills for analyzing and managing complex planning data.
• Good working knowledge of Power BI and SAP.
• Previous production planning or operational scheduling experience.
• Reliable and resilient when priorities change.
• Polite, diplomatic communicator across teams and functions.

Responsibilities

• Create feasible production schedules based on material availability, capacity, priorities and customer requirements.
• Optimize order sequencing within the planning time fence and communicate updates to teams.
• Coordinate detailed planning across production, quality control, cleaning, validation and technical activities.
• Monitor daily production activities, anticipate risks and adjust priorities as needed.
• Maintain scheduling master data, manufacturing orders, KPIs and related reporting.
• Investigate deviations and coordinate corrective actions to improve adherence.
• Develop medium- and long-term planning scenarios for ramp-ups, campaigns and shutdowns.
• Analyse workforce, material and technical requirements for reliable execution.
• Ensure GMP, Health, Safety and Environment compliance and internal standards.
• Improve scheduling processes, support qualification frameworks and deliver training.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

SAP

Production planning

Operational scheduling

Tools

SAP

Job description

Salary Range

45.900,00€ - 85.300,00€

Job Description Summary

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Location: Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands

Relocation Support: This role is based in Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Great manufacturing starts with smart, responsive planning. As an Operational Scheduler, you will create and maintain production schedules that help teams deliver manufacturing activities smoothly and efficiently. You will balance materials, capacity and operational priorities, develop planning scenarios for changing production needs, and collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality and technical teams. Your work will also support continuous improvement of scheduling processes and tools, contributing to a more agile and reliable manufacturing environment.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Create feasible production schedules based on material availability, capacity, operational priorities and customer requirements.
• Optimize order sequencing within the planning time fence and communicate scheduling updates to relevant teams.
• Coordinate detailed planning across production, quality control, equipment cleaning, validation, qualification and technical activities.
• Monitor daily production activities, anticipate scheduling risks and adjust priorities when unexpected events occur.
• Maintain accurate scheduling master data, manufacturing orders, performance indicators and related reporting.
• Investigate deviations from production schedules and coordinate appropriate corrective actions to improve schedule adherence.
• Develop medium- and long-term planning scenarios for production ramp-ups, campaigns, shutdowns and changing resource needs.
• Analyse workforce, material and technical requirements to support reliable execution of production plans.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice, Health, Safety and Environment requirements and internal manufacturing standards.
• Improve scheduling processes and tools, support qualification frameworks and deliver scheduling training to relevant production colleagues.

Essential Requirements

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyse and manage complex planning data.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Power BI and SAP.
• Previous production planning or operational scheduling experience, with a strong understanding of planning processes.
• Reliable and resilient, with the ability to remain effective when priorities or production needs change.
• Polite, diplomatic and considerate communicator who collaborates effectively across teams and functions.

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: € 45,900 to € 85,300

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Data Analytics