Material Planner II

AGC Biologics, Inc.; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

AGC Biologics in Bothell, WA seeks a Material Planner II to ensure seamless supply of raw materials for manufacturing. You will optimize availability, manage safety stocks, and coordinate with suppliers and production to prevent interruptions.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in operations or supply chain, 3–4 years planning/purchasing experience in GMP settings, and proficiency with ERP systems like Dynamics AX. Strong communication and problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Management, or Material Management.
• 3-4 years of experience Planning/Buying or Materials and Production Planning, preferably in a GMP pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience with an ERP system, preferably Dynamics AX.
• Knowledge of GMP and SOPs; strong English communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; analytical with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute raw materials planning from domestic and international suppliers.
• Ensure material and inventory availability to support requirements via PO creation and escalation.
• Create and maintain Master BOMs within the ERP system.
• Monitor schedules to ensure procurement within ERP lead times.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Manager to avoid obsolescence and report slow movers.
• Coordinate blanket orders delivery schedules and changes with vendors.
• Provide materials projection for strategic planning and development.
• Act as backup to Planner/Buyer and Planning Manager functions.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

ERP (Dynamics AX)

Job description

Join Us in Bringing Hope to Life

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. To advance this purpose, we rely on team members who value excellence, collaboration, and meaningful work.

Job Summary

The Material Planner II plays a critical role within the Supply Chain Management team, ensuring the seamless flow of raw materials required to support manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for optimizing material availability, balancing warehouse capacity constraints, and maintaining inventory targets to proactively prevent supply disruptions. Through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration, the Material Planner II helps drive operational excellence, efficiency, and business continuity.

About Our Planning Team

Our Supply Chain Management team thrives on collaboration, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure materials are available when and where they're needed. Through teamwork, proactive planning, and strong communication, we support operational excellence and continuous improvement across the organization.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute planning of raw materials from domestic and international suppliers.
• Ensure that raw material and related inventory are available on time to support requirements through purchase order creation, management, and escalation (when needed).
• Create and maintain Master BOM's within MRP system.
• Monitor schedule to assure materials are procured within Lead Times established in the ERP system.
• Participate in the decision-making process regarding schedule changes by communicating current inventory levels and anticipated receipts.
• Manage Implementation and coordination of best practice inventory planning and replenishment of raw materials, other manufacturing components.
• In collaboration with the Warehouse Manager, manage inventory levels to avoid any obsolescence and report slow moving items to SCM Team.
• Manage processes and leverage systems to efficiently plan & procure in a growth-oriented environment.
• Communicate any rejection of any WIP or Finished good for immediate disposition.
• Coordinate delivery schedules of blanket orders with vendors (define dates and quantities) and any changes in delivery requirements or confirmations.
• Construct appropriate inventory strategies to manage adequate inventory levels.
• Monitor expired, obsolete and rejected material to avoid impact to the operations area.
• Anticipate and communicate any material shortages quickly.
• Manage material conversions to minimize obsolescence, reduce impact to customer service and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Provide timely input in various meetings.
• Establish and maintain rapport with all levels of supplier personnel and internal customers.
• Perform periodic review and validation of item master data information such as lead times, scrap factor, lot size order quantities, safety stocks, yields, etc.
• Monitor MRP and communicate any issues immediately to Project Managers.
• Perform periodic update of procedures related to production and materials planning process.
• Participate in the budget review process.
• Provide information to our customers when required.
• Provide materials projection for strategic planning and development.
• Act as back up to all Planner/Buyer and Planning Manager functions.

Your Key Skills

Self-starter and independent worker who is able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure. Ability to work as part of a team.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Management, or Material Management required.
• 3-4 years of experience Planning/Buying or Materials and Production Planning, preferably in a GMP pharmaceutical environment required.
• Experience with an ERP required, preferably Dynamic AX.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal, in the English language and good presentation skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge in problem solving techniques.
• Good analytical skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Exceptional negotiation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and exhibit great time management discipline.
• Must be able to participate in the department's "on call" rotation to support after hours support of the facility.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of Capacity Planning and forecasting is a plus.
• Certified Production and Inventory Control Management (CPIM).

Location: Bothell, Washington Schedule: Monday - Friday Compensation: $66,960 - $92,070.00, based on experience

Who We Are

AGC Biologics is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization with a strong presence in the United States. From our headquarters in Bothell, Washington, we develop and manufacture life-changing advanced biologics for some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical companies. Together with our team members across Europe, the U.S., and Japan, we deliver development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells therapies.

Across our global network, we are united by one mission: To work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients' lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

We're a collaborative, inclusive, and equal-opportunity organization where team members are valued for their expertise, teamwork, and ingenuity.

AGC Biologics is Your Friendly CDMO Expert - dedicated partners with the expertise and commitment to support our customers and teams.

We work with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical companies to develop and manufacture their life-changing drug products.